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Maui Lime Lager

Maui Brewing Company
United States·Mexican Lager
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Brewed with local limes, this Mexican-style lager offers notes of fresh citrus and lime, followed by a crisp finish. It pours at 4.8 % ABV and 30 IBU and is listed among the limited specialties at Maui Brewing, which began in 2005 as a seven-barrel brewpub in Kahana.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter30 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
citrusycleanbready
citrusy
clean
bready
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant fresh lime and bright citrus notes that immediately define the character.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Maui Lime Lager

◎ Appearance

Pale golden in color with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting presence. The head forms quickly and maintains a fine white collar with good lacing. Carbonation appears lively and well-integrated, typical of a well-crafted lager.

pale goldenclearfine white headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant fresh lime and bright citrus notes that immediately define the character. Behind the citrus sits a subtle, clean malt foundation with a touch of grain sweetness. The overall impression is straightforward and inviting, with no harsh or oxidized edges.

fresh limebright citrusclean maltgrainy sweetness

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with lime and citrus flavors moving front and center across the palate. A light, bready malt character provides structure without heaviness, supporting the fruit notes cleanly. Bitterness is restrained at 30 IBU, allowing the citrus adjunct to shine through while maintaining balance and drinkability.

lime-forwardcrisp palatelight maltgentle bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and clean, with citrus notes fading quickly into a refreshing aftertaste. No lingering harshness or sweetness; the beer leaves the palate ready for the next sip.

dryrefreshingquick fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
77
Appearance
80
Finish
75
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

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