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AweSummer Ale

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A blonde ale with a burst of orange in both aroma and flavor, thanks to sweet and bitter orange peel and Mandarina Bavaria hops. Easy-drinking at 5.0 % ABV and 18 IBU, it is built on Vienna malt and available from May through July. Capital brews it in Middleton, Wisconsin, as part of its seasonal lineup.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter18 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
orangecitrusymalty
orange
citrusy
malty
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with bright orange citrus notes derived from orange peel and Mandarina Bavaria hops, creating an inviting and fresh top note.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for AweSummer Ale

◎ Appearance

AweSummer Ale presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a pale straw translucence. The head forms with moderate density and exhibits stable lacing that clings to the glass, while a steady stream of fine carbonation rises through the body.

golden, clearstable headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright orange citrus notes derived from orange peel and Mandarina Bavaria hops, creating an inviting and fresh top note. Behind this sits a delicate Vienna malt base that offers subtle sweetness without overwhelming the composition, while the overall impression remains clean and straightforward.

orange peelcitrus-forwardmalt sweetness

◐ Taste

The palate opens with smooth, light-bodied character and immediate orange citrus flavors that dominate the mid-palate. Vienna malt provides a soft, slightly sweet foundation while moderate bitterness (18 IBU) arrives in the mid-phase to balance the citrus elements, creating an easy-drinking profile without harshness.

orange-drivensmooth entrybalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing with lingering citrus notes that fade gradually. A crisp, dry quality emerges as the beer concludes, leaving a pleasant orange zest memory without astringency.

citrus fadecrisp, dry
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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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