Pale ale became popular in Britain in the 18th century as an alternative to Porter, and is not necessarily pale in color (usually amber) but pale in comparison to the dark Porters of the time. India Pale Ale is a paler, stronger and hoppier variation which was brewed to withstand the journey to the colonies in India. The higher alcohol content and hop levels served to preserve the beer during the five month sea voyage. Our I.P.A. is dry and hoppy, and dry-hopped in the keg (adding fresh hops to the finished beer) which adds a distinguishing hop aroma and flavor.