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Cruzcampo Especial

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🌍 Spain · Strong Lager · One of 14 Strong Lagers in hopIQ

Cruzcampo's premium lager — inspired by the centenary recipe of 1904. Brilliant blonde with a soft bitterness, anise sweetness of malt, and fruity apple aroma. Unique personality and refreshing character.

ABV
5.6%
IBU
18
SRM
golden5

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

crisp
87%
refreshing
75%
light
75%
clean
70%
malty
55%
grain
50%
bread
38%
smooth
30%
dry
25%
balanced
25%
medium-bodied
20%
effervescent
13%

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About Strong Lager

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What is a Strong Lager?

Strong Lager is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Cruzcampo Especial

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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