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4 Pines Draught

4 Pines Brewing Company
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🌍 Australia · Kölsch · One of 44 Kölschs in hopIQ

A German-style golden ale, light straw in colour and clear. Lemon and lime lead the aroma, with a floral, faintly peppery hop note behind them. The malt stays light and bready on the palate, and the beer finishes crisp and clean, citrus and a dab of spice lingering. At 22 IBU the bitterness is restrained, and the body remains slender at 4.6 percent.

ABV
4.6%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter22 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4

AWARDS

Silver Medal · 2016
Craft Beer Awards
Gold Medal · 2017
Australian International Beer Awards
Bronze Medal · 2017
Craft Beer Awards
Silver Medal · 2018
Australian International Beer Awards
Silver Medal · 2018
Sydney Royal Beer & Cider Show
Bronze Medal · 2018
Brussels Beer Challenge
Silver Medal · 2019
Australian International Beer Awards
Bronze Medal · 2019
Brussels Beer Challenge
Silver Medal · 2021
Australian International Beer Awards
Silver Medal · 2022
Australian International Beer Awards
Bronze Medal · 2024
Australian International Beer Awards
Silver Medal — Craft Beer Awards
Gold Medal — Australian International Beer Awards
Bronze Medal — Craft Beer Awards
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Lean body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Soft bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Kölsch.
Hop character
citrusy
floral
spicy hop
hoppy
Malt character
bready
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
Distinctive notes
spicy

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for 4 Pines Draught

Appearance

A pale straw gold with excellent clarity and bright, luminous transparency. The head forms with fine, tight bubbles that cling persistently to the glass walls, leaving distinct lacing after each sip. Carbonation appears well-integrated and steady.

pale straw goldcrystal clearpersistent lacingfine carbonation

Aroma

Lemon and lime citrus notes lead the nose with fresh, zesty character. Behind the citrus emerges a delicate floral hop signature, underpinned by a faintly peppery spice that adds complexity without dominating. The malt profile remains restrained, allowing the noble hop character to breathe.

lemon, lime citrusfloral hop notespeppery spiceclean and bright

Taste

Entry is light and refreshing, with a soft bready malt foundation that provides gentle sweetness and body without heaviness. Mid-palate maintains the citrus thread from the aroma, followed by a precise hop spice note. Bitterness is measured at 22 IBU—restrained and refined, never harsh, allowing the crisp, dry finish to emerge cleanly.

bready maltcitrus carry-throughrestrained bitternesscrisp and dry

Finish

The beer closes clean and crisp, with lingering citrus and a whisper of hop spice that fades gracefully. No harsh edges or residual sweetness; the aftertaste is brief, refreshing, and inviting.

clean finishcitrus faderefreshing aftertaste
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of 4 Pines Draught

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stange
Recommended for this style

The right glass focuses the aroma and maintains carbonation — enhancing everything that makes this beer worth drinking.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with 4 Pines Draught

About Kölsch

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Kölsch?

Kölsch is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Kölsch

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