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Citra Hopped Live

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Strong citrus from Citra hops meets a bready malt backbone in this bright, loud 5.5% pale ale. Southern Tier cranked it up to 11 with a generous amount of Citra, and the label is meant to evoke the feeling of live music. Southern Tier is based in Lakewood, New York, and opened its doors in 2003.

ABV
5.5%
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
citrusybreadyhoppy
citrusy
bready
hoppy
orange
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by fresh citrus and orange zest from generous Citra hopping, layered with a clean, bready malt foundation that provides warmth and balance.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Citra Hopped Live

◎ Appearance

Bright golden-amber hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, creating consistent streams of tiny bubbles that maintain the beer's vibrant visual presence.

golden-amberclearbrightpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by fresh citrus and orange zest from generous Citra hopping, layered with a clean, bready malt foundation that provides warmth and balance. Floral and herbal undertones emerge from the hoppy character, while the overall impression remains crisp and inviting without any harsh or oxidative notes.

citrus-forwardorange zestbready maltfloral hop

◐ Taste

The palate opens with bright citrus and orange flavors that drive the entry, followed by a soft, grainy malt sweetness that grounds the beer's body. The bitterness is moderate and refined at 38 IBU, arriving mid-palate without overwhelming the hop character, and the beer finishes clean with a crisp, refreshing quality that invites another sip.

citrus-drivengrainy sweetnessmoderate bitternessclean finish

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and snappy, with lingering orange and herbal notes that fade gracefully. A subtle malty dryness persists, leaving the mouth refreshed and ready for the next taste.

dryrefreshinglingering citrus
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
85
Finish
72
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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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.

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