Crisp and mildly bitter.
Trim and gentle — the beer moves through with an unforced, easy rhythm.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Sour Citra
◎ Appearance
Pale straw yellow with excellent clarity and a bright, effervescent character. The head is modest but persistent, with fine carbonation lending a lively visual presence. Lacing clings delicately to the glass as the beer is consumed.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with bright grapefruit and tangerine notes from the Citra dry-hop charge, supported by a subtle grain sweetness from the oat and wheat malt blend. Underlying the citrus is a gentle stone-fruit character that prevents the aroma from becoming one-dimensional, inviting further exploration.
◐ Taste
Entry brings immediate sour-candy sharpness balanced against a soft, oat-derived mouthfeel. The mid-palate develops a fruit-salad sweetness that anchors the acidity, preventing harshness while maintaining crisp definition. Bitterness remains restrained at 12 IBU, allowing the interplay of sourness and citrus hop character to dominate.
◑ Finish
The finish is clean and snappy, closing with lingering citric notes and gentle acidity. No astringency or harsh aftertaste; instead, a refreshing citrus tang that invites another sip.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Sour Citra
Serve at 6–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Sour Citra
About Dry-Hopped Sour
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Dry-Hopped Sour?
Dry-Hopped Sour is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.
Finding a similar Dry-Hopped Sour
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same citrusy, sour, crisp character as Sour Citra will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.