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🌍 Italy · American Pale Ale · One of 231 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Named after the Lido beach of Sant'Antioco island — the approachable summer pale ale from Sardinia's craft pioneer. Clean, refreshing, and ideal for the Sardinian beach lifestyle. Light golden with a white head; the nose is fresh with citrus and floral hop aromas. Balanced and easy-drinking, this is the gateway pale ale from one of the island's first craft breweries.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Balanced backbone, with every axis close to the middle.

Nothing dominates, and that is the craft — each element gets room to be tasted.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
citrusy
floral
hoppy
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
Distinctive notes
smooth drinking
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Lido

Appearance

Light golden in color with excellent clarity and a white, persistent head that clings well to the glass. The carbonation is visible and lively, creating a fine bead that sustains throughout the pour. This is a visually inviting beer that announces its refreshing character immediately.

light goldenwhite headbright clarity

Aroma

The nose opens with clean citrus notes—lime and lemon peel dominate—underscored by subtle floral hop character. A touch of herbal greenness emerges beneath, while the malt base remains restrained and neutral. Overall the aromatic profile is fresh and summery, free from any yeasty or oxidative character.

citrus peelfloral hopsfresh and clean

Taste

Entry is crisp and balanced, with moderate bitterness (38 IBU) that sits comfortably in the mid-palate without dominating. Citrus and light fruit flavors develop steadily, while the Malz backbone provides gentle sweetness and body. The beer drinks smoothly and drinkably, with no harsh edges or astringency.

balanced bitternesscitrus forwardsmooth-drinking

Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with citrus lingering briefly before fading. A gentle hoppy bitterness persists without becoming sharp, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another sip.

dry finishrefreshing aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
77
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Lido

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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 Lido

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 clean, citrusy, smooth-drinking character as Lido will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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