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Cristal

Cervecería Bucanero
Cuba·Lager
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Cristal is a traditional lager in a clear, light golden tone, brewed in Holguín by Cervecería Bucanero S.A. from water, malted barley, sugar and hops, at 4.9% ABV. The brand evokes Cuba's clear tropical waters, white-sand beaches and lively nights. Its shelf life is one year from filling.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
clean
clean
Aroma
The nose is restrained and clean, with soft grain notes from pale malt at the fore.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Cristal

◎ Appearance

Cristal presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and brightness, reflecting its transparent character. The head is modest but stable, forming a thin white collar with delicate lacing. Carbonation is lively and persistent, creating a fine bead that catches the light.

pale goldencrystal clearfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is restrained and clean, with soft grain notes from pale malt at the fore. A subtle herbal character emerges from noble hops, balanced by faint sugar notes that suggest the adjunct profile. Overall, the aroma remains understated and inviting, without aggressive elements.

grain-forwardherbal hopssubtle sweetness

◐ Taste

Cristal delivers a light, clean palate with crisp entry and straightforward mid-section. The malt backbone is lean but present, providing just enough body to maintain structure without heaviness. Bitterness is restrained at 22 IBU, allowing a delicate balance between malt and hops to emerge naturally.

crisp, dry finishlight bodysoft malt

◑ Finish

The finish is quick and refreshing, leaving no lingering aftertaste. A clean, dry impression persists on the palate, encouraging further sips.

dryclean departure
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
75
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
76
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C. Carbonation and crispness are the main event — cold preserves both.

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

Store cold and drink fresh. Lagers are at their crispest within 3–4 months.

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What is a Lager?

Euro Pale Lagers are clean, refreshing lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 10–25. Soft malt sweetness, light hop bitterness and high carbonation make them supremely drinkable.

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