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Sun APA 12%

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A top-fermented American Pale Ale in golden colour with a pleasant fullness and a refreshing bitterness. Its aroma of flowers, fruit and citrus comes from the American hops Cascade, Amarillo and Mosaic, with Summit alongside. Caramel malt joins Pilsner and Bavarian malt in the grist. Since 2017 it has been one of the brewery's three staple beers.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter36 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppyfruityfloral
hoppy
fruity
floral
citrusy
caramel
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with a harmonious blend of American hop character: floral notes lead, followed by distinct citrus and stone fruit impressions.
also:clean
not found:juicy,roasted,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sun APA 12%

◎ Appearance

Sun APA presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and fine carbonation. The head forms quickly and clings persistently to the glass walls, displaying firm lacing that traces each sip. Light catches the body with a luminous quality typical of well-crafted pale ales.

bright goldenexcellent claritypersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with a harmonious blend of American hop character: floral notes lead, followed by distinct citrus and stone fruit impressions. Cascade, Amarillo, and Mosaic work in concert to build a layered, inviting profile, while Summit adds herbal depth. Beneath the hop complexity, soft caramel malt provides a subtle, supporting sweetness.

citrus-forwardfloral hopsstone fruitcaramel malt backdrop

◐ Taste

The palate enters with a full, rounded sweetness balanced immediately by assertive but clean bitterness. Mid-palate reveals a fruity character that echoes the aroma—citrus and orchard notes weave through a malty foundation of Pilsner and Bavarian grain. The bitterness builds gradually, neither harsh nor astringent, and carries through to the finish with refreshing clarity.

balanced bitter-sweethoppy throughoutmalty backbonecrisp finish

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length with a lingering, pleasant bitterness that cleanses the palate. Residual fruit and caramel notes fade gracefully, leaving a dry, refreshed sensation that invites the next sip.

lingering bitternessdry aftertasteclean palate
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
84
Finish
72
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

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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.

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