description Wye Valley HPA Overview
HPA, short for Hereford Pale Ale, is a pale, golden cask ale produced by Wye Valley Brewery in Stoke Lacy, Herefordshire. It is commonly brewed to 4.0 percent alcohol by volume and is distinguished by a light malt base and hop character derived in part from Herefordshire-grown hops. It is intended as a session-strength bitter and is distributed principally through pubs and retailers serving the brewery's regional market.
help Wye Valley HPA FAQ
What does HPA stand for, and who brews it?
HPA stands for Hereford Pale Ale and is brewed by Wye Valley Brewery in Stoke Lacy, Herefordshire. The brewery lists it at 4.0% ABV and offers it in cask and bottle formats. [Wye Valley Brewery](https://www.wyevalleybrewery.co.uk/our-beers/hpa/)
Which hops and malt are used in Wye Valley HPA?
The brewery lists Celeia and locally grown Target hops alongside British-grown Maris Otter barley. Those ingredients are chosen to create a citrus hop aroma over a light malt base. [Wye Valley Brewery](https://www.wyevalleybrewery.co.uk/our-beers/hpa/)
What does Wye Valley HPA taste like?
HPA is pale straw in color, smooth on the palate, and marked by floral and citrus hop notes. Its finish is balanced and bitter rather than sharply harsh, which keeps the 4.0% pale ale relatively sessionable. [Wye Valley Brewery](https://www.wyevalleybrewery.co.uk/our-beers/hpa/)
Is Wye Valley HPA gluten-free?
No, the brewery lists barley and wheat as allergens and says HPA is not gluten-free. It is available in both cask and bottle formats, but people avoiding gluten should not treat it as a safe gluten-free beer. [Wye Valley Brewery](https://www.wyevalleybrewery.co.uk/our-beers/hpa/)
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