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A Mexican-inspired lager built to beat the heat: domestic pilsner malt and flaked corn give it a crisp, refreshing finish with a light bready note and a touch of corn, and Motueka hops add delicate citrus bites. Very light at 4.1% ABV and 15 IBU, and no lime needed.

ABV
4.1%
Bitterness
Mild15 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
citrusybreadyclean
citrusy
bready
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with clean pilsner malt character and a subtle bready grain quality, followed by delicate citrus notes from Motueka hops—lemon and light herbal notes without aggression.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Specifico

◎ Appearance

Pale golden in color with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting brilliance. The head forms quickly and maintains a fine, persistent collar with delicate lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation appears lively and well-integrated, typical of a crisp lager.

pale goldencrystal clearfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with clean pilsner malt character and a subtle bready grain quality, followed by delicate citrus notes from Motueka hops—lemon and light herbal notes without aggression. The corn adjunct adds a whisper of sweet grain without dominating; overall, the aroma remains restrained and harmonious, inviting rather than bold.

pilsner maltcitrus hopsbready grain

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and clean, with a soft malt foundation of light grain and subtle corn sweetness. Mid-palate remains dry and refreshing, with the Motueka hops delivering gentle citrus definition and a touch of herbal spice. Bitterness is restrained at 15 IBU, providing just enough structure without drying the palate.

crisp maltgentle citruslow bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is quick and clean, with the corn adjunct lending a dry, almost papery quality that enhances drinkability. Aftertaste fades smoothly, leaving only a faint citrus memory and a refreshed palate.

dryquick finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

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