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Elektron

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Elektron is a top-fermented pale ale made from three malts and hopped with New Zealand hops, including during cold hopping. The hops give a specific taste of limes and lemons, with tropical fruit in the background. The straw-coloured beer tastes very delicate and balanced. The recipe is a reworked one by brewer Martin Palouš.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter34 IBU
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
citrusyhoppytropical
citrusy
hoppy
tropical
juicy
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with sharp, fresh lime and lemon zest—characteristic markers of the New Zealand hop selection and cold-hopping technique.
not found:piney,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Elektron

◎ Appearance

Elektron presents a clear, straw-golden hue that catches the light with gentle transparency. The head forms with moderate persistence, leaving fine lacework on the glass as it recedes. Bright carbonation animates the body without aggression, lending the beer a lively, inviting visual character.

straw-goldenclear, brightfine lacinglively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with sharp, fresh lime and lemon zest—characteristic markers of the New Zealand hop selection and cold-hopping technique. Beneath the citrus lies a subtle backdrop of tropical stone fruits and a whisper of clean, biscuity Malz. The overall impression is crisp and aromatic without being aggressive or muddying the delicate balance.

lime, lemon zesttropical fruit backdropclean maltaromatic, not heavy

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and refined, with citrus flavors arriving immediately and flowing across the palate with juicy clarity. Mid-palate reveals a moderate, well-integrated bitterness—neither assertive nor shy—that complements rather than overwhelms the underlying Malz sweetness. The finish remains crisp and clean, with lingering citrus notes gradually fading into a dry, refreshing conclusion.

citrus-forwardbalanced bitternesssmooth, juicycrisp, clean palate

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is light and dry, with citrus persistence tapering gracefully. No harsh edges or heavy residue linger; instead, the beer leaves the mouth refreshed and ready for another sip.

dry, cleancitrus faderefreshing
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
81
Appearance
78
Finish
77
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

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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.

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