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Galmegi American Pale Ale

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Busan's signature craft pale ale. Floral and citrus American hops over a clean, balanced malt base. Reflects the relaxed, coastal energy of the city it was born in.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusyclean
hoppy
citrusy
clean
floral
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with prominent American hop character, featuring floral and citrus notes that evoke grapefruit and light herbal qualities.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Galmegi American Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Galmegi presents a bright, clear golden hue with excellent transparency and a luminous quality. A white, moderately persistent head forms with fine bubbles, indicating proper carbonation and fresh conditioning. The beer's clarity and color exemplify the clean, approachable character of a well-crafted American Pale Ale.

goldenclearwhite headbright

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with prominent American hop character, featuring floral and citrus notes that evoke grapefruit and light herbal qualities. A subtle pine undertone adds complexity, while a clean malt backbone provides gentle grain sweetness without overwhelming the hop-forward profile. The aromatic balance reflects the brewery's coastal inspiration with a crisp, inviting character.

citrusfloralpineclean malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing, with citrus flavors immediately apparent alongside balanced malty sweetness. Mid-palate development brings moderate bitterness and hoppy intensity that complements rather than dominates, while grain character adds depth to the medium body. The finish is notably clean, with lingering pine and citrus notes that encourage another sip.

citrus-forwardbalancedhoppycrisp palate

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with moderate length and a pleasant hoppy aftertaste. Bitterness fades gracefully, leaving a refreshing citrus impression that epitomizes the beer's coastal energy.

cleandrycitrus fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
83
Taste
82
Appearance
84
Finish
80
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

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

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About American Pale Ale

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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 hoppy, citrusy, clean character as Galmegi American Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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