Cerebral Brewing 'Long View' West Coast Pale Ale, Colorado

Juniper berry, kumquat, and orange peel open with bright, resinous definition. Cerebral Brewing 'Long View' West Coast IPA, Colorado combines Chinook, Citra, and Simcoe hops in a lean West Coast Pale Ale profile that balances evergreen depth with vivid citrus character. Its focused hop expression reflects Cerebral’s scientific brewing methodology and continued exploration of clear, dry, aromatic pale ales.

Product Details:

• Owners: Sean Buchan and Dan McGuire
• Head Brewer: Sam Bennett
• Hops: Chinook, Citra, and Simcoe

Sensory Description:

The aroma leads with juniper-like evergreen notes, followed by kumquat, orange peel, and subtle resin. The palate is crisp and hop-driven, with tart citrus character carried across a lean malt foundation. Chinook reinforces the pine and herbal core, while Citra and Simcoe add layers of orange, kumquat, and fresh citrus peel. The finish is dry and persistent, with clean bitterness and lingering evergreen detail.

Brewer's Background:

Cerebral Brewing was founded in 2015 by Sean Buchan and Dan McGuire in Denver’s Congress Park neighborhood. Buchan serves as Co-Founder and CEO, McGuire as Co-Founder and CFO, and Sam Bennett leads the brewing team as Head Brewer. The brewery applies precise methodology and in-house quality control across hop-driven ales, foeder-fermented lagers, and barrel-aged beers. Its pale ales and IPAs reflect an iterative approach to hop selection and brewing technique, balancing technical consistency with creative recipe development.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 6 to 8 degrees Celsius in a pale ale glass, IPA glass, or tulip to emphasize its citrus and evergreen aromatics. Pair with grilled chicken, fish tacos, herb-led flatbreads, sharp cheddar, fried foods, or citrus-dressed salads. Its dry structure and resinous bitterness provide a refreshing counterpoint to rich sauces and lightly spiced dishes.