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Guayabera

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Bright berry, lime leaf and tangerine run through aroma and flavor, thanks to the exclusive use of Citra hops, and meet an assertive bitterness and a moderate breadiness from a simple malt bill. Guayabera is a 5.5% Pale Ale in Cigar City's year-round lineup and took Bronze in International Style Pale Ale at the 2019 U.S. Open Beer Championship.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few

AWARDS

Bronze · 2019
U.S. Open Beer Championship
International Style Pale Ale
★Bronze — U.S. Open Beer Championship (International Style Pale Ale)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyberryhoppy
citrusy
berry
hoppy
bready
orange
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes—bright tangerine and lime leaf aromatics dominate, underscored by subtle berry undertones.
also:malty
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Guayabera

◎ Appearance

Guayabera presents a bright golden-amber hue with excellent clarity and a pale straw-colored body. The head forms with moderate density and displays fine Schaumkleiden that gradually recede. Carbonation is evident and lively throughout the glass.

golden-amberclearfine lacingwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes—bright tangerine and lime leaf aromatics dominate, underscored by subtle berry undertones. Citra hops deliver their characteristic tropical and floral character without overwhelming the profile. A gentle breadiness from the malt bill provides a subtle backbone.

Citra hopstangerine, limeberry notesbread malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a clean citrus attack—tangerine and lime predominate immediately, followed by a distinct berry layer on the mid-palate. An assertive yet balanced bitterness builds steadily, supported by a moderate breadiness from the straightforward malt foundation. The finish remains dry and hoppy without harshness.

citrus-forwardberry layerassertive bitternessclean palate

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and relatively short, with lingering citrus and hop bitterness receding cleanly. The aftertaste remains dry and refreshing, leaving a pleasant hoppy dryness on the palate.

dry finishhop-drivencrisp
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
79
Finish
80
Serve at 7–10°C

Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.

Pint glass

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

Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.

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About Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Pale Ale?

India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.

Finding a similar Pale Ale

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