Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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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.
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Zmaj Pale Ale
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Zmaj Pale Ale
◎ Appearance
Zmaj Pale Ale presents a bright, translucent golden hue characteristic of the American pale ale style. The beer displays excellent clarity with a crisp white head that forms readily and maintains good retention. Bright carbonation is evident throughout, lending visual vitality to the pour.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by assertive American hop aromatics, leading with vibrant citrus and subtle pine notes. Floral and herbal undertones provide complexity beneath the hop-forward character, while a clean malt base offers gentle supporting sweetness without dominating the aromatic profile.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with clean hop bitterness balanced against a light, crisp malt body. Mid-palate reveals citrus and pine flavors with a touch of caramel maltiness grounding the hoppy character. The moderate 35 IBU bitterness integrates seamlessly, making this an exceptionally balanced and approachable craft pale ale.
◑ Finish
The finish is dry and refreshing with lingering hop bitterness that fades cleanly. No sweetness remains, allowing the pine and citrus notes to carry through to a satisfying conclusion.
Food Pairing
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