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BBC Cajicá Pale Ale

Bogotá Beer Company
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🌍 Colombia · American Pale Ale · One of 217 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

BBC's hop-forward Pale Ale — named after the Cajicá municipality north of Bogotá. Citrus and floral American hop character in a balanced, clean frame. The accessible BBC: the craft Pale Ale for Colombian mainstream drinkers making the transition from industrial lager.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Each axis lands close to the centre in a considered, even reading.

A profile in balance where the form comes from all sides, every layer speaks in turn.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
hoppy
floral
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for BBC Cajicá Pale Ale

Appearance

Light golden color with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that forms distinct lacing on the glass. The beer displays bright, vibrant carbonation evident in steady streams of small bubbles. The overall presentation is clean and inviting, characteristic of a well-executed American Pale Ale.

light goldenclearpersistent headfine carbonation

Aroma

The nose leads with classic American hop character—prominent citrus notes of orange and grapefruit zest blend with subtle floral and herbal undertones. A light, clean malt base supports the hops without adding weight or sweet grain character. The overall impression is fresh and bright, with no rough edges or oxidation.

citrus forwardfloral hopsclean maltbright and fresh

Taste

The palate opens with crisp citrus and hop bitterness that balances nicely against a lean, understated malt sweetness. Mid-palate remains clean and dry, allowing the hop character to remain the focal point without harshness or excessive resin. The finish delivers moderate bitterness with a refreshing quality that invites the next sip.

hoppy bitedry palatecitrus forwardbalanced

Finish

The finish is short to medium in length, clean and refreshing with a lingering citrus and herb character that fades gracefully. No astringency or rough edges remain; the aftertaste is pleasant and dry.

dry finishrefreshingshort to medium
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of BBC Cajicá Pale Ale

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with BBC Cajicá Pale Ale

About American Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, clean character as BBC Cajicá Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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