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Guanxi Pale Ale

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A tropical-forward American Pale Ale — Cascade, Mosaic and Elani hops deliver pineapple, guava, lime, white peach and orange zest over a caramalt backbone. Juicy and rounded rather than dry-hopped austere.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tropicalorangefruity
tropical
orange
fruity
juicy
peach
hoppy
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant tropical fruit — ripe pineapple and guava are immediately apparent, supported by white peach and citrus zest notes.
also:citrusy,floral
not found:piney,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Guanxi Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Golden-blonde with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass with clear lacing. Bright carbonation visible as fine bubbles ascending through the body. The color reflects the restrained caramel malt backbone without any haze.

golden-blondecrystal clearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant tropical fruit — ripe pineapple and guava are immediately apparent, supported by white peach and citrus zest notes. Secondary floral and herbal notes from Mosaic and Elani hops emerge on closer inspection. The Cascade provides familiar orange citrus without overpowering the fruit-forward character.

pineapple, guavawhite peachorange zestfloral herbs

◐ Taste

The palate opens juicy and rounded, with tropical stone fruit flavors dominating the mid-palate. Caramalt provides gentle sweetness and body without becoming cloying. Bitterness integrates smoothly at 35 IBU, offering balance rather than assertiveness — the finish remains refreshing and fruit-driven rather than dry or austere.

juicy, tropicalstone fruit sweetnessbalanced bitternessrefreshing mouthfeel

◑ Finish

The finish fades cleanly with lingering citrus and peach notes. Moderate length with no harshness or astringency, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another sip.

citrus aftertasteclean fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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About American Pale Ale

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What is a American Pale Ale?

Pale Ales balance malt sweetness with moderate hop character at 4.5–6% ABV and IBU 20–40. Approachable with floral, citrus or earthy notes over a biscuit malt base.

Finding a similar American Pale Ale

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