Paceña Centenario presents a quintessentially refreshing American Lager profile, shaped by its unique Andean origin. Brewed with pristine glacier water from the Andes at extreme altitudes, it offers an exceptionally clean and crisp character. The palate is defined by a delicate balance of pale malt sweetness and a subtle, grainy adjunct note, likely from corn, which provides a hint of sweetness without weight. A restrained hop presence delivers just a touch of herbal bitterness to tidy the finish. Effervescent and bright, this lager focuses on high-altitude purity and a neutral fermentation, making it a definitive thirst-quencher with a soft, polished mouthfeel.
Appearance.Very pale straw to yellow (2-3 SRM). Brilliant clarity with a white, frothy head that has moderate retention.
Aroma.Low intensity. Clean and neutral fermentation profile. Subtle grainy-sweet malt aroma with a faint hint of corn. Very low floral or spicy hop aroma.
Taste.Neutral palate with a crisp, dry finish. Light grainy malt flavor with a low corn-like sweetness. Very low herbal hop flavor. Bitterness is low, providing a clean balance that avoids being cloying. Aftertaste is short and clean.
Mouthfeel.Medium-light body. High carbonation with a noticeable carbonic bite. No alcohol warmth or astringency; very smooth and refreshing.