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Carlsberg Luna

Turkey·India Pale Lager
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Carlsberg Luna is an India Pale Lager with zesty citrus notes and a touch of sweetness, at 5% ABV. It is an unfiltered, dry-hopped lager. Türk Tuborg brews it in Izmir under the Carlsberg licence it kept after Carlsberg sold its stake in 2008, at a brewery with its own malt production.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Strongly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyhoppyclean
citrusy
hoppy
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with zesty citrus notes—lime and lemon peel dominate the aromatic profile.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Carlsberg Luna

◎ Appearance

Carlsberg Luna presents a pale golden hue with exceptional clarity despite its unfiltered character. The head forms quickly and displays good retention, clinging to the glass with fine white foam. Carbonation is visible and lively throughout.

pale goldenclear and brightpersistent headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with zesty citrus notes—lime and lemon peel dominate the aromatic profile. Noble hops contribute a floral and herbaceous undertone, while the unfiltered nature adds subtle grain-forward character without yeast-driven fruitiness or cloudiness artifacts.

citrus peelnoble hopsherbaceousclean grain

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with bright citrus flavors carrying through the mid-palate alongside a gentle malty sweetness that provides body without heaviness. The 45 IBUs deliver a measured bitterness that integrates smoothly, finishing dry rather than aggressive.

citrus-forwardbalanced bitternessclean palatedry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length with lingering citrus and a subtle hop bitterness that fades cleanly. Aftertaste remains refreshing and inviting without astringency or residual sweetness.

medium finishclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
74
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Tulip glass

The curved shape concentrates hop aromas and supports a thick head. Essential for aromatic ales and IPAs where the nose is half the experience.

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