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Stimalti Pale Ale

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The lighter companion to Stimalti's Porter — a citrusy, approachable pale ale available at craft beer bars across Naples. Pale golden with a white head; the nose is fresh with citrus hop aromas. Balanced between a light malt backbone and a clean, moderate bitterness. The everyday pale ale of Stimalti's growing Neapolitan following.

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
citrusycleanhoppy
citrusy
clean
hoppy
malty
fruity
orange
Aroma
The nose leads with fresh citrus hop aromas—bright notes of orange zest and lemon—supported by a clean, understated Malz foundation.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Stimalti Pale Ale

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a crisp white head that settles to a thin collar. The head displays good initial retention and fine Schaumkleiden along the glass. Carbonation is visible as a steady stream of small bubbles.

pale goldenbright claritywhite headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with fresh citrus hop aromas—bright notes of orange zest and lemon—supported by a clean, understated Malz foundation. No yeast esters or phenols intrude; the profile remains crisp and inviting without floral complexity.

citrus-forwardorange peelclean maltfresh hop character

◐ Taste

Entry is light and approachable, with a subtle Malz sweetness that grounds the beer without heaviness. Mid-palate balances Edelhopfen bitterness—moderate at 38 IBU—against the restrained malt backbone, finishing with a dry, clean sensation. No harsh edges or oxidation.

balanced bitternesslight bodymalt restraintdry finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is crisp and relatively brief, with lingering hop bitterness and a clean, dry minerality. No cloying sweetness or astringency remains.

clean aftertastedryrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
76
Appearance
82
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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About American Pale Ale

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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.

Finding a similar American Pale Ale

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