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Galmegi American Pale Ale

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🌍 South Korea · American Pale Ale · One of 131 American Pale Ales in hopIQ

Busan's signature craft pale ale. Floral and citrus American hops over a clean, balanced malt base. Reflects the relaxed, coastal energy of the city it was born in.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 44 dimensions

crisp
87%
refreshing
80%
hoppy
63%
citrus
55%
malty
45%
pine
30%
fruity
25%
hop bitterness
25%
bodied
25%
wheat
20%
floral
0%
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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 Galmegi American Pale Ale

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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 Galmegi American Pale Ale

Appearance

Galmegi presents a bright, clear golden hue with excellent transparency and a luminous quality. A white, moderately persistent head forms with fine bubbles, indicating proper carbonation and fresh conditioning. The beer's clarity and color exemplify the clean, approachable character of a well-crafted American Pale Ale.

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Aroma

The nose leads with prominent American hop character, featuring floral and citrus notes that evoke grapefruit and light herbal qualities. A subtle pine undertone adds complexity, while a clean malt backbone provides gentle grain sweetness without overwhelming the hop-forward profile. The aromatic balance reflects the brewery's coastal inspiration with a crisp, inviting character.

citrusfloralpineclean malt

Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing, with citrus flavors immediately apparent alongside balanced malty sweetness. Mid-palate development brings moderate bitterness and hoppy intensity that complements rather than dominates, while grain character adds depth to the medium body. The finish is notably clean, with lingering pine and citrus notes that encourage another sip.

citrus-forwardbalancedhoppycrisp palate

Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with moderate length and a pleasant hoppy aftertaste. Bitterness fades gracefully, leaving a refreshing citrus impression that epitomizes the beer's coastal energy.

cleandrycitrus fade
82
hopIQ score
aroma
83
taste
82
appearance
84
finish
80
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