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EPA!

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A reinterpretation of the American pale ale: pale and refreshing, with citrus and floral flavours and aromas from the hop load, a dry, bitter finish true to the style and a long aftertaste. EPA! was the first beer Laugar officially released, in May 2014, when the brewery in Gordexola started running.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter40 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
floralcitrusyhoppy
floral
citrusy
hoppy
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes—lemon and grapefruit pith—layered with delicate floral undertones from the Edelhopfen charge.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for EPA!

◎ Appearance

EPA! presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a bright, luminous quality. The head forms generously and maintains good retention, with fine carbonation evident throughout. Lacing clings persistently to the glass with each sip.

pale goldenbrilliantly clearpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes—lemon and grapefruit pith—layered with delicate floral undertones from the Edelhopfen charge. A subtle herbaceous quality adds complexity without masking the clean, crisp hop character. Light malt sweetness provides a balanced foundation beneath the aromatic profile.

citrus forwardfloral hop bouquetherbal and bright

◐ Taste

The palate opens clean and dry with immediate citrus expression from the hop load. Mid-palate reveals the floral character alongside moderate bitterness that builds steadily rather than overwhelms. The finish remains crisp and hoppy, with a dry, resinous quality that lingers without harshness.

assertive bitternessdry and hoppycitrus-driven palate

◑ Finish

The aftertaste extends notably long, sustaining the dry, bitter finish with lingering citrus and floral echoes. A clean, refreshing quality persists, characteristic of the style's definition.

persistent dry finishlingering citrus
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
84
Appearance
85
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

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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 dry, floral, citrusy character as EPA! will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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