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Mean Sardine Amura

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Mean Sardine's most famous beer — a well-balanced American Pale Ale with citrus and floral hop aroma, light malt backbone and a clean, refreshing finish. The beer that put Ericeira on Portugal's craft map.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusyclean
hoppy
citrusy
clean
floral
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by vibrant citrus and floral hop character that immediately commands attention.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Mean Sardine Amura

◎ Appearance

Mean Sardine Amura displays a bright, pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a light, white head that dissipates to a thin collar. The beer's effervescent character is evident from the persistent, fine carbonation streaming upward. A picture-perfect representation of a well-executed American Pale Ale.

pale goldencrystal clearwhite headhighly carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by vibrant citrus and floral hop character that immediately commands attention. Behind the hops lies a subtle malt sweetness providing a light grain foundation without overwhelming the aromatic profile. A clean, inviting bouquet that exemplifies the balanced nature of this style.

citrus hopsfloralcleanlight grain

◐ Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing with citrus-forward hop flavors leading the charge. The mid-palate reveals a well-balanced malt backbone with subtle fruity notes, while moderate bitterness (35 IBUs) provides structure without harshness. The finish transitions to a dry, clean conclusion that emphasizes the beer's drinkability.

hoppy citrusbalanced maltcrispdry

◑ Finish

The finish is notably clean and refreshing, with the bitterness fading gracefully rather than lingering aggressively. A dry aftertaste invites another sip, making this beer highly quaffable and sessionable.

cleandryrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
81
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°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 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 Mean Sardine Amura will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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