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Otter Bright

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Lemon, pineapple and a peachy hop note on the nose, then lemongrass, soft fruit and some sweetness, rounded off by a subtle bitterness at the end. Otter Bright made its debut in the summer of 1996 as one of the first really pale beers, meant to tempt lager drinkers. It started life as a summer beer and has earned a year-round place in the line-up at 4.3%.

ABV
4.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusypeachfruity
citrusy
peach
fruity
hoppy
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with inviting citrus notes—lemon zest and pineapple—complemented by a distinct peach character and subtle lemongrass undertones.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Otter Bright

◎ Appearance

Otter Bright presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating a vibrant visual impression typical of the Golden Ale style. The beer demonstrates good head retention throughout the tasting experience.

bright goldenclearfine lacinglively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with inviting citrus notes—lemon zest and pineapple—complemented by a distinct peach character and subtle lemongrass undertones. Noble hops contribute an elegant floral and herbal dimension without dominating the bouquet. The overall aromatic profile is clean and refreshing, with no yeast-driven funkiness.

lemonpineapplepeachnoble hops

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and citrus-forward, developing soft stone fruit and gentle sweetness through the mid-palate. The hoppy character emerges as a refined bitterness balanced against the malt's mild sweetness, creating a harmonious interplay. At 4.3% ABV, the beer remains light and clean on the palate without any cloying residue.

citrussoft fruitbalanced bitternesscrisp

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and refreshing, with the subtle bitterness persisting pleasantly without harshness. A whisper of peach and lemongrass lingers as the beer fades, leaving the palate clean and eager for the next sip.

drylingering citrusrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
75
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C. Light and refreshing — serve cold to keep the delicate hop and malt balance intact.

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 Golden Ale

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What is a Golden Ale?

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