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Cierzo Pale Ale

Cierzo Brewing
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🌍 Spain · American Pale Ale · One of 220 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Cierzo's approachable Pale Ale — the gateway craft beer for Zaragoza's population transitioning from Ambar to craft. Balanced, citrusy, and refreshing. Served fresh from the tank at the Casco Antiguo brewpub.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
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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
Malt character
malty
bready
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Cierzo Pale Ale

Appearance

Cierzo presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright translucence. The head forms quickly and persists with fine carbonation, leaving delicate lacing on the glass as it recedes. The overall impression is clean and inviting.

pale goldcrystal clearfine carbonationpersistent lace

Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes—lemon zest and grapefruit—underpinned by a clean, grassy hop character. Soft malt undertones provide a subtle sweetness without dominance, while the overall profile remains fresh and balanced, with no yeast-derived esters.

citrus zestherbal hopsclean maltrefreshing

Taste

Entry is crisp and well-defined, with citrus acidity meeting a balanced bitterness that sits comfortably at moderate intensity. Mid-palate reveals light malt structure and stone fruit notes, finishing with a gentle hoppy bite that builds gradually without harshness. The overall effect is dry and approachable.

citrus forwardbalanced bitternesslight bodydry finish

Finish

The finish is clean and lingering, with citrus and hop bitterness fading gradually into a dry, slightly fruity aftertaste. No residual sweetness or harsh astringency mars the experience.

drylingering citrussmooth fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
75
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Cierzo 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 Cierzo 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 refreshing, citrusy, clean character as Cierzo Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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