Pisgah Pale Ale

Pisgah Pale Ale is the flagship beer from Pisgah Brewing Company, built around a straightforward, drinkable American Pale Ale identity. At 5.1% ABV and 35 IBU, it aims for balance rather than extremes: enough bitterness to frame hop flavor without overwhelming the palate, and a clean finish that keeps it sessionable. The brewery bills it as a blend of rich organic malts with Chinook and Nugget hops, and that recipe is what defines its character. The beer’s malt bill uses organic malts to provide a solid backbone and subtle sweetness, while Chinook and Nugget hops contribute the bitterness and hop presence that classify it as an APA. The combination produces a crisp, clean profile — a trait the brewery highlights — that makes Pisgah Pale suitable for a range of drinking occasions, from a relaxed evening on a patio to an after-hike beer. At 5.1% ABV, it’s intended to be approachable and versatile rather than a heavy, high-alcohol statement. Pisgah Pale is available on tap, in cans, and in kegs, which reflects how many modern craft brewers distribute their core beers to taprooms, retail outlets, and events. On draft it reads very crisp and refreshing; in cans it travels well for take-home sessions; and on keg it’s a common choice for bars and gatherings that need a reliable pale ale. The beer’s moderate bitterness and clear malt profile make it a dependable option for draft lines and seasonal rotations. For North Carolina drinkers, Pisgah Pale slots into the local craft-beer scene as a familiar, easygoing pale ale that pairs well with regional food and outdoor culture. The use of organic malts is a point of distinction in a crowded APA field, and the brewery positions the recipe as their flagship expression of balance. If you’re exploring NC taprooms or stocking a cooler for a weekend outdoors, Pisgah Pale is designed to be unassuming, balanced, and widely approachable without sacrificing the malt-and-hop interplay that craft beer drinkers expect.