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Padawan

Bierol
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🌍 Austria · American Pale Ale · One of 231 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

'Crisp, fresh, light and with a distinct bitterness. Everybody's favourite beer!' Brewed with Mosaic and Citra hops plus oat flakes for a soft, fruity mouthfeel. 'Fruity mango with refreshing finish.' Bierol's most approachable and widely loved beer.

ABV
5.6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
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How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Dry finish.

A clean close sets the character — an invitation to the next sip.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another American Pale Ale.
Hop character
hoppy
citrusy
tropical
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
clean
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Padawan

Appearance

Padawan presents a pale golden hue with bright clarity and fine carbonation throughout. A white, pillowy head forms readily and maintains good lacing on the glass, offering visual appeal consistent with the style. The beer displays an inviting, translucent quality that reflects its light body and crisp character.

pale goldenbright clarityfine carbonationpersistent head

Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant tropical fruit notes—prominent mango alongside citrus accents from the Mosaic and Citra hop blend. A subtle floral undertone rounds out the aromatic profile, while the addition of oat flakes contributes a delicate grain softness without obscuring the hoppy character. The overall impression is clean and inviting, with no harsh alcohol presence.

mango, tropicalcitrus-forwardfloral hopsclean grain

Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing, with a distinctive hoppy bitterness (38 IBU) that remains balanced rather than aggressive. Fruity flavors develop across the mid-palate—mango and citrus notes echo the aroma—while the oat flakes provide a soft, creamy mouthfeel that prevents the beer from becoming thin or austere. The finish remains dry and clean, with lingering bitterness that supports rather than dominates.

crisp entrybalanced bitternesssoft mouthfeelfruity mid-palate

Finish

The finish is dry and refreshing, with moderate length and a clean aftertaste that invites another sip. Residual bitterness lingers pleasantly without turning harsh, making this a highly approachable beer for broad appeal.

dry finishlingering bitternessrefreshing aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
80
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Padawan

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Padawan

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 crisp, hoppy, fruity character as Padawan will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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