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Pinzga' Pale Ale

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Fruity hop aroma from Summit and Cascade meets a fine base bitterness; the top-fermented beer glows a strong amber in the glass. The brewery presents it as the top-fermented counterpart to the pilsner. The brewing water is drawn from the Wölfel spring in Fusch in the Hohe Tauern, and the beer is brewed in Bruck an der Großglocknerstraße.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
fruityhoppycitrusy
fruity
hoppy
citrusy
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with a pronounced fruity character from Summit and Cascade hops, bringing forward stone fruit and citrus notes.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pinzga' Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Pinzga' presents a strong amber hue in the glass, luminous and inviting. The beer demonstrates good clarity with a fine, persistent head that clings to the rim with visible lacing. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a lively yet controlled visual impression.

amberclearpersistent headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with a pronounced fruity character from Summit and Cascade hops, bringing forward stone fruit and citrus notes. Beneath the hop-driven aromatics lies a subtle malt backbone that adds gentle sweetness without overwhelming. The overall profile is clean and inviting, with no yeast-driven phenolics or off-notes.

fruity hopscitrusstone fruitclean malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a refreshing hop-forward entry, delivering the promised citrus and fruity character. Mid-palate balances these elements with a crisp, moderately bitter finish that builds gradually rather than aggressively. The base malt provides a light but present foundation, keeping the beer drinking smooth and approachable despite its 35 IBU baseline.

hoppycitrus-forwardmoderate bitternesscrisp finish

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and persistent, with bitter notes lingering pleasantly on the palate without becoming harsh. A subtle fruity aftertaste echoes the hop character, encouraging another sip.

drylingering bitternessfruity aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
76
Finish
74
Serve at 7–10°C

Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.

Pint glass

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

Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.

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About Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Pale Ale?

India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.

Finding a similar Pale Ale

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