Citra Beach

◎ Appearance

Citra Beach presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and fine, persistent carbonation visible as delicate streams. The head forms dense and creamy, clinging to the glass with refined Schaumhaftung that gradually subsides into a thin collar. Light passes cleanly through the body, revealing the pale malt foundation characteristic of the style.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with ripe stone fruit—pear and peach—layered beneath a distinctive hoppy resinousness that anchors the profile. Citra hops introduce summery tropical notes: bright lime, ripe mango, and a hint of overripe pineapple that lifts from the glass. The resin and citrus interplay creates a fresh, herbaceous complexity without any harsh or piercing alcohol vapor.

◐ Taste

On the palate, Citra Beach reveals surprising fullness and structure despite its modest 4.5% ABV, with fine bubbles adding a refined tactile presence. Stone and tropical fruit—apricot and ripe pineapple—dominate the mid-palate, folded into a clean, lightly creamy body. The Edelhopfen bitterness builds gradually, offering a crisp, citrus-forward sharpness without harshness or astringency.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and lingering, with apricot and lime notes trailing alongside a subtle bitter edge that refreshes rather than fatigues. Carbonation and hoppy character persist gently on the palate, inviting another sip without any cloying or sticky aftertaste.