What is the difference between a pale ale and an India Pale Ale?

American Pale Ale has a soft, palatable and not-so-bitter taste, with an ABV between 5 and 6 percent. India Pale Ale has a stronger, hoppier taste with an ABV between 6 and 10 percent.

Why is IPA called India Pale Ale?

IPA stands for India Pale Ale. As the story goes, the drink earned its name during the British colonial era. It was too hot and humid to brew beer in India, but the British sailors still needed a drink. The style has evolved far from its roots in terms of taste — hello, American IPA — but it kept the name.

What beer is similar to Sierra Nevada Pale Ale?

Oskar Blues Brewery Dale’s Pale Ale Much like Sierra Nevada’s Pale Ale, it harkens back to the popularity of the American Pale Ale (which is of course, America’s take on the India Pale Ale) before the haze craze.

Why are IPAs so strong?

Another thing to consider is the body of an IPA. It will tend to be more malty and thicker than say a Budweiser and that will also affect how you feel. For a variety of reasons, IPA’s are generally brewed with higher specific gravities, resulting in a higher (on average) alcohol content by volume.

What are the top 10 IPA beers?

The 19 Best IPA Beers to Sip This Season

Hitachino Nest Japanese Classic Ale. SHOP AT DRIZLY.
Port Brewing Wipeout IPA.
Magnolia Brewing Co.
Interboro Premiere IPA.
Kern River Citra Double IPA.
Maine Beer Company Lunch.
Other Half Brewing Company Double Dry Hopped Green City.
Russian River Pliny The Elder.

What is the difference between a pilsner and a pale ale?

Pale ale: Fruity, crisp and copper in color, pale ales are your session beers. Pilsner: Pilsners are perfect for summer, more hops than a lager, but lighter than a pale ale. They don’t have too heavy of a ‘beer’ taste and are generally on the lighter side. The beer that is most likely not to taste like a beer.