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Lahaina Town Brown

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Malty with a toasted, nutty character and subtle chocolate notes, this American brown ale blends Munich, dark Crystal and chocolate malts into a smooth, satisfying pour, and the flavors shine as it warms slightly. At 5.1 % ABV and 21 IBU it is a limited release that is normally found only on Maui.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter21 IBU
Roasted bitterness
SRM
deep amber20
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltyroastednutty
malty
roasted
nutty
toasty
chocolate
caramel
Aroma
The nose leads with toasted grain and subtle roasted malt character, immediately suggesting the Munich and dark crystal malts at play.
also:bready
not found:hoppy,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Lahaina Town Brown

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to brown in color, presenting a clear, well-defined body characteristic of a properly brewed American brown ale. The head forms with modest density and maintains reasonable retention, creating fine lacing as it settles. Carbonation appears moderate and evenly dispersed throughout the glass.

deep amber-brownclearmoderate head retention

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with toasted grain and subtle roasted malt character, immediately suggesting the Munich and dark crystal malts at play. Gentle chocolate and nutty notes emerge as the beer warms, layered beneath but present, while hop character remains restrained and complementary rather than assertive.

toasted maltchocolate, nuttylow hop presence

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and approachable, with malty sweetness dominating from the first sip. The mid-palate develops roasted, toasty depth alongside subtle chocolate undertones and a light caramel suggestion, while the 21 IBU bitterness remains gentle and well-integrated, never harsh or competing with the malt profile.

malt-forwardsmooth drinkingbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and medium in length, allowing the roasted and nutty character to linger pleasantly without becoming heavy or cloying. The aftertaste is dry and slightly toasted, inviting another sip.

medium dry finishtoasted fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
80
Appearance
76
Finish
76
Serve at 10–13°C

Serve at 10–13°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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About Brown Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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