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Libba Legacy

Hop Nation Brewing Co.
Australia·Australian Lager
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Libba Legacy is a limited lager brewed in 2026 together with Tony Liberatore, the former Footscray footballer, and his son Tom, who plays for the same team today. The name nods to the father's nickname and to the family's long ties with Melbourne's west. The brewery describes the beer as a straightforward, no-fuss lager: crisp and refreshing, with a clean, dry finish. Part of the proceeds goes to the club's community foundation.

ABV
4.4%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleanmalty
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose is straightforward and restrained, with subtle malty sweetness providing the foundation.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Libba Legacy

◎ Appearance

Libba Legacy presents a pale golden hue typical of the Australian lager style, with excellent clarity and bright light transmission. The head forms quickly and maintains a fine, persistent foam collar with good lacing retention on the glass. Carbonation is lively and evident throughout the pour, creating a clean, inviting presentation.

pale goldencrystal clearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is straightforward and restrained, with subtle malty sweetness providing the foundation. Noble hop character emerges as a quiet floral and slightly grassy undertone, complemented by clean, neutral yeast-derived notes. There is no aggressive bitterness or adjunct character in the aroma—the profile remains balanced and welcoming.

soft malt sweetnessdelicate floral hopsclean fermentationneutral, approachable

◐ Taste

The palate enters crisp and dry, with a light body that delivers refreshment without heaviness. Malt character is understated, providing a gentle sweetness that frames rather than dominates the taste. Bitterness is restrained and well-integrated, allowing the clean, smooth drinking experience to take precedence throughout.

crisp, dry entrylight bodysubtle malt basebalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is short and dry, cleaning the palate quickly without lingering astringency. A faint malty note fades into a refreshing, mineral-tinged aftertaste that invites the next sip.

clean, dryshort finishmineral aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
75
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
76
Serve at 4–7°C

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

Stein

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

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