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Tap Social Golden Ale

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The Golden Ale from Tap Social is a 4.3 % ale served mainly from the cask. A touch of malty caramel sweetness is set against a blend of Citra and Simcoe hops, which bring fresh berry and citrus flavours.

ABV
4.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelcitrusymalty
caramel
citrusy
malty
berry
fruity
hoppy
Aroma
The nose leads with fresh citrus and stone fruit notes from the Citra and Simcoe hop blend, presenting as bright and inviting without aggression.
also:juicy,clean
not found:piney,roasted,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Tap Social Golden Ale

◎ Appearance

A clear, bright golden hue typical of the style, with good depth from the 8 SRM. The head forms readily from cask service and displays stable lacing along the glass. Carbonation is moderate and even, contributing to a refined visual presence.

golden, clearstable headmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with fresh citrus and stone fruit notes from the Citra and Simcoe hop blend, presenting as bright and inviting without aggression. A supporting layer of malty sweetness emerges underneath, offering a gentle caramel character that grounds the aromatic profile. The overall impression is balanced and approachable.

citrus, berrymalty sweetnessCitra, Simcoe

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a soft malty foundation carrying light caramel notes, immediately joined by the hop-derived citrus and berry complexity. The 20 IBU provides restrained bitterness that complements rather than dominates, leaving the focus on the interplay between sweetness and fruit character. The body is clean and medium-light, suiting the 4.3% strength.

malt-forwardcitrus, berry finishsoft bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and moderately short, with the hop character fading gracefully while a light caramel sweetness lingers briefly. A dry, refreshing quality emerges on the aftertaste, inviting another sip.

crisp, drybrief caramel echo
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
Appearance
80
Finish
76
Serve at 7–10°C

Serve at 7–10°C. Light and refreshing — serve cold to keep the delicate hop and malt balance intact.

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 Golden Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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Golden Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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