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Aarhus Forårsbryg

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Aarhus Forårsbryg is a golden, pale Dortmunder brewed as a tribute to the coming of spring. Sweet malt tones with a pleasant sweetness are balanced by a mild hop bitterness that keeps it fresh, and the taste is round and harmonious. A seasonal beer, sold from January through May.

ABV
7.0%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
golden5
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltycleanbready
malty
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced sweet malt tones—soft, grainy notes with a hint of biscuit undertone.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Aarhus Forårsbryg

◎ Appearance

Aarhus Forårsbryg presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a pale straw luminosity. The head forms white and persistent, with fine Schaumhaftung that clings cleanly to the glass walls. Carbonation is visible and lively, expressing the beer's refreshing character.

bright goldenclearpersistent white head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced sweet malt tones—soft, grainy notes with a hint of biscuit undertone. Noble hop character provides a gentle floral and herbal backdrop without aggressive intensity. Clean fermentation character allows the Malz to shine, supported by a mild, inviting fruitiness.

sweet Malzmild noble hopsbiscuit notes

◐ Taste

The palate enters with round sweetness and a smooth, full-bodied malt profile that feels harmonious and balanced. Mid-palate develops gentle bready qualities with a restrained, clean bitterness—mild and supportive rather than dominant. The finish maintains freshness without drying, allowing the malty foundation to linger comfortably.

sweet maltsmoothmild bitternesscrisp finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste fades gently with a balance of residual sweetness and subtle hop dryness. A clean, refreshing conclusion leaves the palate inviting rather than fatigued.

balancedclean aftertaste
77
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
72
Serve at 4–7°C

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

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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