Estrella Galicia Cerveza Lager

This is a bright golden beer produced from a selection of malts and especially bitter hops. The boiling, fermentation and maturation process takes more than 20 days, what provides this beer a pleasant and characteristic hoppy flavour.

Characteristics

BREWING OF ESTRELLA GALICIA CERVEZA LAGER

It is made from a specific wort in the only production facility of Hijos de Rivera, in A Coruña. The brewmasters take approximately one month’s work in elaborating Estrella Galicia Especial (50 cl can), and half of that time is dedicated to its cold storage.

Nutritional facts (per 100ml)

Energy value 197kJ/47Kcal

Fats 0 g

of wich saturates 0g

Carbohydrates 3,5 g

of which sugars 0g

Proteins 0 g

Salt 0g

Classification

Lager Especial

Appearance

Bright golden colour

Flavour

This beer displays a neutral and light taste on the palate, with a very strong hoppy tone.

Aroma

It reminds to the taste of the barley and malt used in its production, with crispy roast notes and remembrances of dried fruits and nuts.

Serving temperature

4-5ºC

Alcohol

4,7%

Bitterness

25 EBU

Colour

9 EBC

Tasting Notes

Visual phase: Bright golden colour.

Olfactory phase: It reminds to the taste of the barley and malt used in its production, with crispy roast notes and remembrances of dried fruits and nuts.

Taste phase: This beer displays a neutral and light taste on the palate, with a very strong hoppy tone.

Pairing

Cheeses

Wide range. From semi-matured to matured.

Vegetables and legumes

Dishes in which garlic, tomato and vegetables are present match adequately with this beer. • Mushrooms: With Estrella Galicia Especial, the sweet/sour flavours reminding us of fungus and nuts will be enhanced.

Fish

Cooked in stews or casseroles.

Meats

Chicken and rabbit. This pairing will be improved in dishes cooked in the oven and using aromatic and unctuous dressings.