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Altenauer Frühlingsbock

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Altenauer Frühlingsbock is a Bock whose name points to spring, and drinkers who have tried it describe a caramel note. It comes from Altenauer Brauerei in Altenau in the Upper Harz, which calls itself Northern Germany's highest-lying private brewery. Brewing in the town goes back to 1617, when local miners and smelter workers were allowed to make their own beer.

Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
deep amber15
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelmalty
caramel
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with prominent caramel and toasted malt character, supported by subtle notes of bread crust and light stone fruit.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Altenauer Frühlingsbock

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to light copper in color, reflecting the moderate SRM of 15. The beer presents good clarity with a dense, persistent head that clings to the glass in fine lacing. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, typical of the Bock style.

deep amberpersistent headclear to bright

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent caramel and toasted malt character, supported by subtle notes of bread crust and light stone fruit. Noble hops provide a restrained, refined backdrop without dominating. The overall impression is warm and inviting, with no sharp alcohol burn.

caramel, toasted maltnoble hopsbread, subtle fruit

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and full-bodied, with caramel sweetness taking the lead across the palate. Rich malt complexity unfolds in the mid-palate, layered with gentle spice and slight coffee undertones. The 25 IBU provide measured bitterness in balance, never sharp or intrusive, allowing the malt character to remain the focus.

caramel-forwardfull body, smoothbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately long, with lingering caramel sweetness and a subtle malt dryness. Warmth from the moderate alcohol integrates naturally, leaving no harsh edges.

caramel aftertasteclean finish
79
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
80
Appearance
78
Finish
79
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

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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.

Finding a similar Bock

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