Geipel Brewing Golden Gate

Name: Geipel Brewing Golden Gate
Brand: Beer
SKU: 67403bcd1603da42347795e9
Availability: OutOfStock
Rating: 3.51 (267 reviews)

California Common Beer 5 º 40 IBU

Geipel Brewing

Geipel Brewing’s Golden Gate is a classic California Common that balances rustic charm with clean lager execution. This medium-bodied amber lager opens with a toasted, grain-forward malt profile, accented by distinct notes of caramel. The sensory experience is defined by a firm, assertive bitterness and a characteristic hop profile featuring herbal, resinous, and minty cues often driven by Northern Brewer hops. Fermented at warmer temperatures, it exhibits a subtle fruity ester profile that complements its woody hop character. The finish is notably crisp and dry, leaving a lingering, earthy bitterness that defines this historic West Coast style.

Appearance. Luminous medium amber to light copper (9–14 SRM). Generally clear with a moderate, persistent off-white head that provides good retention and light lacing.

Aroma. Moderate to high intensity featuring prominent herbal, minty, and resinous hop notes. Supported by a clean, toasted malt backbone with low to moderate caramel sweetness. A very light, fruity ester profile is acceptable and detectable.

Taste. The initial impression is a balance of toasty malt and firm hop bitterness. Flavors of toasted bread crust and light caramel are met by rustic, woody, and minty hop character. Fermentation is mostly clean with a faint fruitiness. Finishes fairly dry and crisp with a lingering earthy bitterness and grainy malt aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium-bodied with a smooth texture. Carbonation is medium-high, providing a lively mouthfeel. Alcohol warmth is very low and well-integrated at 5% ABV.

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