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San Servolo Rossa

San Servolo Brewery
Croatia·Amber Ale
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San Servolo's amber ale — 'Rossa' ('Red') is a malt-forward amber brewed in Buje with caramel and crystal malts. Amber-copper with a rich caramel sweetness, balanced hop bitterness and a clean, medium-bodied finish. San Servolo Rossa is the Istrian craft brewery's more characterful option: a proper amber ale that pairs naturally with Istrian truffle cuisine and the region's hearty food culture.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
deep amber16
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelmaltyclean
caramel
malty
clean
hoppy
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with prominent caramel malt sweetness complemented by subtle floral hop character and biscuit notes.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for San Servolo Rossa

◎ Appearance

San Servolo Rossa presents a beautiful amber-copper hue that catches the light with warm, inviting tones. The beer displays excellent clarity with a well-formed head that shows good retention, suggesting proper carbonation and malt structure. This visually striking presentation sets expectations for a classically balanced amber ale.

amber-copperclearpersistent headwarm glow

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with prominent caramel malt sweetness complemented by subtle floral hop character and biscuit notes. Dried fruit undertones add complexity without overwhelming the malt-forward profile, while a delicate citrus accent provides brightness. The aroma strikes an inviting balance between malty warmth and restrained hop aromatics.

caramel maltfloral hopsbiscuitdried fruit

◐ Taste

The palate opens with rich caramel sweetness and amber maltiness that coats the mouth smoothly and pleasantly. Mid-palate develops biscuit and dried fruit notes, while balanced hop bitterness (28 IBU) emerges without aggression, and subtle citrus adds dimension. The flavors integrate cohesively, creating a harmonious malt-forward experience with restrained but present hoppy character.

caramel sweetbalanced bitternessmaltysmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and medium-bodied, allowing the beer to conclude without heaviness or lingering sweetness. Residual malt character fades gracefully with a gentle hop bitterness that doesn't overstay its welcome.

cleanmedium-bodiedsmooth exit
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
84
Appearance
85
Finish
81
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°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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Food Pairing

What to eat with San Servolo Rossa

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About Amber Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Amber Ale?

Amber Ales have 4.5–6.2% ABV and IBU 25–40. Caramel malt sweetness balanced by moderate hop bitterness, a reddish-amber colour and smooth finish.

Finding a similar Amber Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same caramel, malty, rich character as San Servolo Rossa will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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