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Griffin Gold

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Griffin Gold is a light, session-strength golden ale that Fuller's releases for the spring. Pale and Caragold malt form the base, and the hops are Hallertau Tradition, Cascade and Citra. Subtle malt sweetness meets a gentle hint of citrus and floral hop notes, with a touch of grapefruit and herbal spice from the hop mix. The body is light and crisp, and the finish is smooth and clean.

ABV
3.4%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
cleancitrusyfloral
clean
citrusy
floral
herbal
malty
hoppy
Aroma
The nose opens with gentle malt sweetness from the Pale and Caragold base, offering soft grain notes without heaviness.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Griffin Gold

◎ Appearance

Griffin Gold presents a bright, pale golden hue characteristic of the style. The beer displays excellent clarity with a fine, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. Carbonation is lively and even, creating a crisp visual presentation.

pale goldenbright clarityfine head retention

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with gentle malt sweetness from the Pale and Caragold base, offering soft grain notes without heaviness. Hallertau Tradition contributes subtle herbal and floral character, while Cascade and Citra add restrained citrus notes—primarily bright grapefruit zest—that emerge on the second nosing without dominating.

delicate malt sweetnessherbal floralscitrus and grapefruit

◐ Taste

Entry is clean and lightly sweet, with the Malz providing a soft foundation that balances the hop profile. Mid-palate remains composed: gentle grapefruit bitterness from Citra mingles with herbal spice, while the low IBU (20) keeps assertiveness in check. The body is lean and refreshing, never cloying.

light, crisp bodygentle bitternessbalanced hop spice

◑ Finish

The finish is smooth and clean, fading gracefully with a lingering trace of herbal character and subtle citrus dryness. Aftertaste remains pleasant and brief, leaving no astringency or metallic notes.

smooth, dry finishherbal persistence
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
77
Taste
76
Appearance
78
Finish
74
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C. Light and refreshing — serve cold to keep the delicate hop and malt balance intact.

Pint glass

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

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