Hop aroma may range from none to light, flowery hop presence. Slight fruity aromas from yeast and hop varieties used may exist, as well as perceptible levels of green apples due to acetaldehyde. Very pale straw to pale gold color. White head seldom persists. Crisp and dry flavor with some low levels of sweetness.
Hop flavor ranges from none to low levels.
Hop bitterness at low to medium level. Balance may vary from slightly malty to slightly bitter, but is relatively close to even. Very light body from use of a high percentage of adjuncts such as rice or corn. Very well carbonated with slight carbonic bite on the tongue. Premium beers tend to have fewer adjuncts or can be all-malt.