Majadera presents as a bold, high-gravity interpretation of the American Pale Ale, showcasing Costa Rican craft intensity. It pours a deep golden color with a persistent off-white head. The sensory profile is dominated by an intense, citrus-forward hop blend that delivers punchy notes of grapefruit and orange peel. While the 8% alcohol adds a noticeable structural weight and gentle warmth compared to standard examples, the palate remains remarkably balanced. A supportive, sweet malt backbone provides a rich foundation that tempers the firm bitterness, leading to a clean, lingering finish that highlights the stubborn, expressive character of its New World hops.
Appearance.Deep golden (8 SRM) with brilliant clarity. Features a moderately large, creamy off-white head with good retention and light lacing.
Aroma.High intensity hop aroma characterized by bold citrus notes of grapefruit, lemon zest, and orange. Supported by a moderate, clean malt sweetness with hints of bread crust and light caramel. Very low fruity esters.
Taste.Initial impression of sweet, bready malt followed quickly by an assertive citrus hop flavor. Bitterness is high but balanced against the rich malt profile. Clean fermentation character allows the hop-malt interplay to shine. Finishes medium-dry with a lingering citrus and resinous bitterness.
Mouthfeel.Medium-full body with moderate to high carbonation. Notable but well-integrated alcohol warmth given the high gravity. Smooth texture with no harshness or astringency.