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Loncium Pale Ale

Loncium
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🌍 Austria · American Pale Ale · One of 231 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Loncium's flagship — a hop-forward pale ale from the Gail Valley of Carinthia. Citrusy and refreshing with clean Alpine water character. European Beer Star medal winner. The beer that put Kötschach-Mauthen on Austria's craft beer map.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
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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
hoppy
orange
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
Distinctive notes
mineral
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Loncium Pale Ale

Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. A fine, persistent head forms with good retention and delicate lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation is crisp and visible, with steady streams of bubbles rising through the clear body.

pale goldenclear and brightpersistent headfine carbonation

Aroma

Vibrant citrus aromatics dominate the nose, with pronounced grapefruit and orange zest notes leading the composition. Clean, mineral undertones reflect the Alpine water character, while subtle herbaceous and floral hop nuances provide balance. The profile is fresh and inviting without any oxidation or staleness.

citrus forwardgrapefruit and orangeclean mineral notesherbaceous hops

Taste

The palate opens with bright citrus flavors that mirror the aroma, carrying orange and subtle stone fruit notes across the mid-palate. A moderate bitterness emerges cleanly at mid-palate, well-integrated rather than aggressive, while a light malty backbone provides structure without sweetness. The finish is crisp and dry, with mineral minerality lingering gently.

citrus-drivenmoderate bitternessclean and drymineral finish

Finish

Medium finish with citrus notes gradually fading into a pleasant, lingering dryness. The aftertaste remains clean and refreshing, with a subtle hop bitterness that doesn't overpower.

medium lengthdry and refreshinglingering citrus
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Loncium Pale Ale

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 Loncium Pale Ale

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 hoppy, citrusy, clean character as Loncium Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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