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Round and full-bodied, aromatic and warming, with a fine honey sweetness. Deep amber with a copper edge, 7.0 % ABV, 26 IBU and 16 °P, hopped with Magnum and Perle. It is brewed in the copper kettles of the listed brewhouse from 1913/14, which are still in use today, by a family-run brewery that has belonged to the Leikeim family since 1991.

ABV
7%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter26 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
deep amber15
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
honeymaltynoble hop
honey
malty
noble hop
caramel
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced honey notes, backed by warm Malz character and subtle noble-hop undertones from Magnum and Perle.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bock

◎ Appearance

Deep amber with a copper edge, displaying the characteristic hue of a classical Bock. The beer presents good clarity with a stable, cream-colored head that shows fine lacing retention on the glass. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, producing a refined effervescence.

deep ambercopper edgestable headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced honey notes, backed by warm Malz character and subtle noble-hop undertones from Magnum and Perle. A gentle caramel sweetness emerges beneath, with hints of bread crust and a soft alcoholic warmth that does not overwhelm. The overall impression is inviting and malty, without sharp or aggressive elements.

honey forwardnoble hopsmalty sweetnesswarm bread notes

◐ Taste

The palate is full-bodied and smooth, with honey and caramel sweetness forming the core of the flavor profile. Noble-hop bitterness (26 IBU) arrives early but remains restrained, providing balance rather than dominance. Malty depth sustains through the mid-palate, while a subtle boozy warmth adds complexity without harshness.

full-bodiedhoney and caramelrestrained bitternesssmooth malty base

◑ Finish

The finish is warming and lingering, with honey and caramel notes persisting gently on the palate. A soft, pleasantly boozy character closes the experience without drying or leaving harsh bitterness.

warming finishhoney aftertastelong-lasting sweetness
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
84
Appearance
82
Finish
82
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.

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