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Courage Light Ale

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Courage Light Ale is a low-strength ale of 3.2 % built on a blend of malt and hops. It is noticeably more bitter than most beers of its kind, while the body stays light, crisp and refreshing.

ABV
3.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Clean, dry bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppymaltycaramel
hoppy
malty
caramel
Aroma
A gentle, herbaceous hop character dominates the nose, with restrained floral and slightly herbal notes that reflect the 28 IBU profile without aggressive intensity.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Courage Light Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale amber hue with a bright, translucent clarity that showcases the beer's low strength and refined brewing. The head forms a modest, tight collar that settles to a fine lace around the glass, indicating adequate carbonation and good protein balance. The overall presentation is clean and inviting, with a subtle golden gleam.

pale amberbright claritydelicate lacing

◌ Aroma

A gentle, herbaceous hop character dominates the nose, with restrained floral and slightly herbal notes that reflect the 28 IBU profile without aggressive intensity. Light malt undertones provide a soft, grainy sweetness that anchors the composition. The overall aromatics are lean and crisp, befitting the beer's low strength.

herbaceous hopssubtle grainrestrained floral

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a clean, crisp malt character that develops into a more pronounced bitterness on the mid-palate than typical for beers of this strength. The hop bitterness is well-integrated rather than harsh, with a dry, slightly herbal finish that prevents sweetness from lingering. The light body remains brisk throughout, supporting the beer's refreshing profile.

clean maltpronounced bitternessdry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and crisp, with the bitterness fading to a lean, mineral-like aftertaste. Carbonation carries the finish cleanly without cloying sweetness, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip.

dry aftertastebrisk carbonation
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
74
Taste
78
Appearance
76
Finish
76
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°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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