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WRCLW APA

Browar Stu Mostów
Poland·American Pale Ale
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Browar Stu Mostów's flagship pale ale — WRCLW APA showcases American hop varieties in a balanced, accessible frame. Cascade and Amarillo hops deliver citrus and floral character over a clean malt base with a refreshing, dry finish. The WRCLW branding connects this craft Wrocław beer to the city's international identity. An excellent everyday craft pale from one of Poland's best breweries.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusyclean
hoppy
citrusy
clean
floral
malty
orange
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant citrus and floral notes from the Cascade and Amarillo hop blend, creating an immediately approachable and aromatic character.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for WRCLW APA

◎ Appearance

WRCLW APA presents a bright, pale golden hue that's characteristic of the American Pale Ale style. The beer displays excellent clarity with a fine, white head that demonstrates solid carbonation and retention. A visually inviting and well-crafted presentation that promises the hop-forward experience to follow.

pale goldencrystal clearwhite headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus and floral notes from the Cascade and Amarillo hop blend, creating an immediately approachable and aromatic character. Subtle herbal undertones and pine add complexity without overwhelming the clean malt base. A classic American hop expression that's fresh and inviting.

citrus forwardfloralpineherbal hop

◐ Taste

The palate opens with crisp, bright citrus flavors that transition smoothly into balanced hop bitterness and subtle stone fruit notes. A clean malt backbone with light caramel character provides sufficient body without interfering with the hop showcase. The mid-palate remains dry and refreshing, demonstrating excellent balance throughout.

citrus-drivenbalancedcrisplight bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and decidedly dry, with hop bitterness fading gracefully to leave a pleasant, refreshing aftertaste. No lingering sweetness or alcohol heat—just a satisfying conclusion that encourages another sip.

dry finishcleanrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
81
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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Food Pairing

What to eat with WRCLW APA

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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, clean character as WRCLW APA will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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