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Platinum Pale Ale

Platinum Premium Beers
Vietnam·American Pale Ale
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Platinum's flagship — one of the first widely available craft pale ales in Vietnam. Clean citrus and hop character over a balanced malt base. Platinum Pale Ale helped establish the Vietnamese craft beer market in 2014 and introduced Saigon's drinkers to hop-forward beer culture.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycleancitrusy
hoppy
clean
citrusy
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by vibrant citrus and fresh pine notes, showcasing classic American hop character.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Platinum Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Platinum Pale Ale presents a bright, pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a clean appearance. The carbonation is well-integrated, producing a white head with moderate retention that gradually subsides to a thin collar.

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◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by vibrant citrus and fresh pine notes, showcasing classic American hop character. Subtle floral and herbal undertones emerge beneath, with a clean malt backbone that adds light biscuity sweetness without overwhelming the aromatic profile.

citrus-forwardpinefloralherbaceous

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and bright with prominent citrus flavors leading the palate. The mid-palate maintains excellent balance between assertive hoppy bitterness and a light biscuit malt foundation, with grassy and herbal notes providing complexity and depth.

citrus-drivencrispbalancedhoppy

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry with lingering hop bitterness that fades gracefully. A light, refreshing aftertaste invites another sip while maintaining the beer's signature crispness.

cleandrycrisp finish
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
80
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

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 hoppy, clean, citrusy character as Platinum Pale Ale will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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