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Alfa Lentebok

Alfa Bierbrouwerij
Netherlands·Bock
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Citrusy and fresh: Alfa Lentebok is a 6.5% spring bock whose refined aroma hops supply the citrus character, while lightly caramelised malts give it a deep amber colour. The brewery launched it in 1993 to revive the old custom of drinking bock beyond autumn. Each year the brewers shape a unique limited edition within the family brewery's quality standards.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
deep amber15
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusycaramelmalty
citrusy
caramel
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with bright citrus notes from refined noble hops, offering fresh lime and orange zest character.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Alfa Lentebok

◎ Appearance

Deep amber colour with excellent clarity and a stable, cream-coloured head that forms a fine lacing on the glass. The beer presents bright, inviting carbonation with persistent foam retention typical of the bock style.

deep amberclearfine lacingstable head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with bright citrus notes from refined noble hops, offering fresh lime and orange zest character. Beneath this sits gentle caramel sweetness from lightly kilned malts, creating a balanced spring-like freshness without harsh alcohol vapours.

citrus forwardnoble hopslight caramelfresh, elegant

◐ Taste

Smooth entry with prominent citrus acidity and a solid malty backbone providing gentle caramel sweetness. Mid-palate remains well-balanced between hop-driven brightness and restrained malt character, with a moderate bitterness that stays integrated rather than assertive. The 6.5% alcohol sits comfortably beneath the surface.

citrus-drivenmaltybalanced bitternesssmooth palate

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with citrus notes persisting into a soft, caramel-tinged aftertaste. Overall a refreshing conclusion that invites the next sip without fatigue.

dry finishcitrus persistencerefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
75
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 9–12°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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About Bock

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Bock?

Bocks are strong German lagers with 6.5–7.5% ABV. Rich malt sweetness — toast, chocolate, caramel — with low bitterness and a warming finish.

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