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Stiegl-Columbus 1492

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A top-fermented Pale Ale from Salzburg with a pale colour and a delicate cloudiness, built on an elegant body. It comes in at 4.7 % ABV and 25 IBU, and its name carries the year 1492.

ABV
4.7%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter25 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden7
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
cleanhoppycitrusy
clean
hoppy
citrusy
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with restrained citrus notes—hints of lemon zest and light orange pith—backed by a clean, grainy maltiness.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Stiegl-Columbus 1492

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with a delicate haze from natural cloudiness, presenting a gentle veil rather than opacity. The head forms readily and holds with moderate persistence, leaving fine strands of lacing as the beer recedes. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, supporting a soft, inviting visual presence.

pale goldengently hazyfine lacingmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with restrained citrus notes—hints of lemon zest and light orange pith—backed by a clean, grainy maltiness. Noble hop character emerges subtly, adding a delicate floral undertone without assertiveness. The overall impression is fresh and refined, with no harsh alcohol or yeast-driven character.

citrus zestnoble hopsclean grainrefined

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and approachable, with a light malty foundation giving way to a crisp, clean mid-palate. Citrus notes complement the gentle bitterness (25 IBU), which sits in the background rather than dominating. The body remains elegant and unencumbered, allowing hop and malt to speak without friction.

smooth entrycitrus accentgentle bitternesselegant body

◑ Finish

The finish is refreshing and brief, tapering cleanly without lingering astringency or sticky sweetness. A faint citrus memory persists as the beer fades, leaving the palate crisp and prepared for the next sip.

clean faderefreshingcitrus memory
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
74
Taste
76
Appearance
77
Finish
75
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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