Costa Speciale

◎ Appearance

Costa Speciale presents a pale golden hue with a slight haze characteristic of its unfiltered nature. The beer develops a fine, persistent white head with good lacing that clings to the glass walls. Carbonation is visible and lively, lending brightness to the pale body.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with delicate floral and herbal notes from Hersbrucker and Saphir hops, layered with bright citrus and lemongrass character. Beneath the hop aromatics lie soft, grainy malt notes from the blend of pale, wheat, Vienna and light Munich malt. The overall impression is clean and inviting, with restrained intensity that showcases the interplay between noble hops and grain.

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a crisp, dry entry that immediately establishes the beer's clean profile. Mid-palate reveals soft cracker notes and bready grain character, with lingering citrus and subtle spice from the hops balancing the malt sweetness. Bitterness remains moderate and refined at 18 IBU, never aggressive, allowing the malt softness and hop finesse to coexist harmoniously.

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with the malt's soft cracker note giving way to a light, refreshing aftertaste. Bitterness fades quickly, leaving a pleasant, thirst-quenching sensation.

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C for maximum crispness. A pilsner served too warm loses its defining snap.

The tall, narrow pilsner glass preserves carbonation and showcases the golden clarity that defines the style.