Golden ale

In the United Kingdom, a golden ale is a style of beer developed in the late 20th century by breweries to compete with the large light lager market. A typical golden ale has an appearance similar to that of a Pilsener. Malt character is subdued and the hop profile ranges from spicy to citrus; common hop additions include Styrian Golding and Cascade. Alcohol is in the 4% to 5% range ABV. Some examples of the style include:
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