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Pelican Lite Kiwanda
- Cream Ale
- 4.3% ABV
- Label approved Nov 9
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Pelican Brewing's Cream Ale. Label approved 9 November 2026; not spotted yet.
Lighter than 87% of the 77 Cream Ale labels we've read.
From the label“Stay light and keep it classic with Pelican Lite Kiwanda Cream Ale – a new spin on Pelican Brewing's flagship beer. Kiwanda's signature character meets a lighter approach, with only 2.5 carbs and 99 calories. With each sip enjoy timeless satisfaction of Mt. Hood Hops paired with a clean, snappy finish. Ensure you're ready for adventure with Pelican Lite Kiwanda. Crisp and Balanced • Brilliant Gold Color • Floral Aroma • Clean Finish • Excellent Drinkability”
How to serve it
- Serve at
- 38–44°F (3–7°C)
- Glass
- Shaker pint: the plain bar pint; fine for an easy beer
- Goes with
- Fried chicken, Nachos and game-day snacks, Pizza
About 125–145 calories and 10–16 g carbs
About 85 of those calories come from the alcohol.
General guidance for Cream Ale. Calories and carbs are estimates from the ABV and how the style usually finishes; numbers the brewery prints beat ours. More beer tools
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About this beer
This is the 6th of 7 labels we have from Pelican Brewing. It is one of 2 cream ale labels approved in November 2026. Its label was approved 6 days after it was submitted. The label names one hop, Mt. Hood Hops. The label carries the Brewers Association independent seal.
Brew it
The label names its hops (Mt. Hood Hops), which is enough for a real starting point.
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Style: Amber/Other AleBrewery: Pelican Brewing