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Hobgoblin Gold

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A golden ale brewed with malted barley and wheat. Four hop varieties shape its character: Pilgrim from England, Nelson Sauvin from New Zealand, and Citra and Summit from the United States. The aroma is fragrant with citrus and gooseberry, and the taste moves from a biscuit-like malt base into fresh lemon and lime. The hop bitterness is firm, the overall impression light and refreshing.

ABV
4.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceSession

AWARDS

Bronze · 2021
World Beer Awards
Gold · 2022
World Beer Awards
Country Winner · 2022
World Beer Awards
★Bronze — World Beer Awards
★Gold — World Beer Awards
★Country Winner — World Beer Awards
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
citrusyfruitymalty
citrusy
fruity
malty
clean
hoppy
Aroma
The nose is inviting and fresh, leading with bright citrus notes complemented by delicate floral undertones and subtle honey sweetness.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Hobgoblin Gold

◎ Appearance

Hobgoblin Gold displays a bright, pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a luminous quality characteristic of the style. A delicate white head forms with moderate retention, supported by fine carbonation that creates a visually appealing effervescence.

pale goldenbrightclearwhite head

◌ Aroma

The nose is inviting and fresh, leading with bright citrus notes complemented by delicate floral undertones and subtle honey sweetness. Gentle malt undertones provide a foundation without overwhelming the more volatile hop-derived aromatics.

citrusfloralhoneyfresh

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a pleasant honey sweetness and soft malty character that provides body without heaviness. Citrus notes emerge mid-palate with a light spice backdrop, while the 32 IBUs deliver a gentle, well-integrated bitterness that balances the sweetness rather than dominating it.

honey-sweetbalancedcitrussmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and crisp with moderate length, allowing the citrus and floral notes to linger briefly before fading. A subtle sweetness persists without becoming cloying, making this an exceptionally drinkable beer.

cleancrisprefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
77
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
79
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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About Golden Ale

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What is a Golden Ale?

Golden Ale 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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