The American Pale Wheat Ale is relatively new, yet this unique style of beer that has become increasingly popular in the United States in recent years. Let’s explore the flavor profile, brewing techniques, and history of this now American classic.

American Pale Wheat Ale is a light-bodied beer with a crisp, refreshing flavor. It has a light golden color and a slightly hazy appearance. If you’re a beer lover you’ve tried at least a few beers listed below. View the hyperlinks in the list for beer kits in similar styles. The Brewer's Best American Pale Wheat Ale Kit is a great choice. 

1. Sierra Nevada Pale Wheat Ale

2. Bell's Oberon Ale

3. Goose Island 312 Urban Wheat Ale

4. Widmer Hefeweizen

5. Sam Adams Summer Ale

6. Blue Moon Belgian White

7. Shock Top Belgian White

8. Harpoon UFO White

9. New Belgium Sunshine Wheat

10. Boulevard Unfiltered Wheat Beer

If you want to try brewing a pale wheat beer from scratch, here are some tips. Brewing American Pale Wheat Ale requires a few specific techniques. The first step is to select the right malts. A combination of wheat and barley malts is usually used, with the ratio of wheat to barley is usually 50/50 but you can vary it depending on your desired flavor profile. The next step is to select the hops. American varieties, such as Cascade are usually used to give the beer a subtle citrusy and floral aroma. There are many yeast options for you to choose from that will impart their own subtleties. Finally, the beer should be fermented at a low temperature to ensure a crisp, refreshing flavor.

The legendary thoroughbred Secretariet started every race at the back of the pack. American Pale Wheat Ale has only been around since the late 1990s but arriving late does not mean you won't win the Triple Crown. The style was developed by American craft brewers as an alternative to traditional wheat beers, such as Hefeweizen or Witbier and quickly ran to the front of the pack.  The American Pale Wheat Ale is a true American standard.