Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.
Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Today's Special Extra Citra
◎ Appearance
Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright translucence. A substantial white head forms and displays fine, persistent lacing on the glass. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, with a steady stream of fine bubbles visible throughout.
◌ Aroma
Citra dominates the nose with pronounced citrus and stone-fruit character—orange candy and white peach fuzz lead the charge. Mosaic and Simcoe provide supporting notes of ripe strawberry and subtle herbal depth. The overall impression is bright and fruity, with no harsh solvent notes or oxidation.
◐ Taste
The palate opens clean and crisp, with the hop-driven fruit flavors translating seamlessly from aroma to taste. Orange and stone-fruit characters blend with a gentle herbal backbone without roughness. Bitterness sits at a moderate level (38 IBU), present enough to frame the hops but never aggressive or astringent.
◑ Finish
The finish is dry and crisp, with the fruity hop character fading cleanly into a subtle herbal dryness. No lingering sweetness or cloying aftertaste; the beer leaves the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Today's Special Extra Citra
Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Today's Special Extra Citra
About American Pale Ale
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
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
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hoppy, citrusy, peach character as Today's Special Extra Citra will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
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