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Aktien Original 1857

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Named for the year Bayreuther was founded, Aktien Original 1857 is a fuller-bodied Helles that takes the style seriously. Bready malt and a hint of honey sweetness provide substance; the mineral undertone and crisp finish remind you that hops are present, just respectfully restrained. This is comfort beer with backbone.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
breadymaltyclean
bready
malty
clean
honey
mineral
floral
Aroma
Inviting bready malt foundation dominates the nose, with subtle honey sweetness rounding the edges.
also:hoppy
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Aktien Original 1857

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue, brilliantly clear with fine white head that settles into a thin, persistent collar. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, lending gentle effervescence without aggression. The lacing clings delicately to the glass as you drink.

pale goldcrystal clearfine white headmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

Inviting bready malt foundation dominates the nose, with subtle honey sweetness rounding the edges. Soft mineral notes emerge beneath, paired with restrained noble hop character—floral whispers rather than declarations. The overall impression is clean and approachable, with no sharp or aggressive elements.

bready malthoney sweetnessmineral undertonesoft floral hop

◐ Taste

The palate opens with substantial malt presence—toasted bread and gentle honey notes build body and substance. Mid-palate reveals a light mineral character that prevents the beer from cloying, while noble hops arrive as a refined restraint rather than emphasis. The finish turns crisp and clean, with hop bitterness (18 IBU) providing structure without harshness.

malty substancebready, honeyed entrymineral backbonerestrained hop bitterness

◑ Finish

Crisp and refreshing, with lingering malt sweetness softened by a mineral dryness. Bitterness fades gracefully, leaving a clean, inviting aftertaste that encourages another sip.

crisp finishclean aftertaste
79
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
81
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 4–7°C

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

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

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Food Pairing

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