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Manny's

Georgetown Brewing Company
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🌍 United States · Pale Ale · One of 150 Pale Ales in hopIQ

Manny's presents itself as a crisp and clean pale ale that moves through the palate with surprising composure. The opening is smooth, then a rich and complex malty middle builds substance before a snappy hop finish cuts through—citrus and stone fruit notes emerge in the final seconds, keeping the whole arc from feeling heavy. At 5.4%, this is a beer for the evening drinker who wants texture without commitment, where clarity and a livelier carbonation make it straightforward to return to. The hop snap gives it just enough edge to stand alone.

ABV
5.4%
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

Each axis lands close to the centre in a considered, even reading.

A profile in balance where the form comes from all sides, every layer speaks in turn.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Pale Ale.
Hop character
hoppy
citrusy
Malt character
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
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Featured inThe Best American Pale Ales

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Manny's

Appearance

Manny's presents a bright golden hue, transparent and clean in the glass. The head is modest but stable, with fine carbonation evident throughout. Lacing clings delicately to the glass as you drink, tracking the beer's progression.

golden, transparentfine carbonationdelicate lacing

Aroma

The nose opens with vibrant citrus—ripe orange and grapefruit from Cascade and Summit hops—layered over a subtle, clean malty backbone. The hop character is forward and assertive without being aggressive, leading to a crisp, inviting first impression.

orange, grapefruitCascade hop characterclean malt base

Taste

Entry is snappy and refreshing, with bright citrus fruit cutting cleanly across the palate. The mid-palate develops a rich, balanced malt sweetness that anchors the beer and prevents the hops from becoming thin. Bitterness builds gradually, finishing at a moderate 38 IBU that feels measured and proportional.

snappy citrus attackbalanced malt richnessmoderate bitterness

Finish

The finish is crisp and dry, with lingering citrus notes and a gentle hop bitterness that fades cleanly. No harshness or astringency—just a refreshing, inviting aftertaste that makes you want another sip.

dry, clean finishlingering citrus
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
85
Appearance
80
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Manny's

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

Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Manny's

About Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Pale Ale?

India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.

Finding a similar Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same crisp, malty, rich character as Manny's will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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