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Auerbräu Pils

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Straw-yellow Pils with subtly fruity citrus notes right at the pour. Fine carbonation carries a soft bitterness across the palate, a slim malt body follows, and the fine-bitter finish fades pleasantly dry. 5.0% ABV, 11.8% original gravity. The brewery's emblem, a displaying capercaillie, was chosen by founder Johann Auer.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusymaltyfruity
citrusy
malty
fruity
clean
hoppy
Aroma
The nose opens with subtle citrus notes that emerge immediately at the pour, offering a fresh and inviting entry.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Auerbräu Pils

◎ Appearance

Auerbräu Pils presents a luminous straw-yellow hue characteristic of the style, with excellent clarity and a bright, translucent body. A fine head forms at the pour, displaying good retention and fine lacing that clings delicately to the glass. The carbonation is refined and even, creating a gentle effervescence that sustains throughout.

straw-yellowbright clarityfine carbonationdelicate lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with subtle citrus notes that emerge immediately at the pour, offering a fresh and inviting entry. Behind the citrus lies a restrained fruity character and the clean, elegant presence of noble hops. The malt foundation is present but respectfully understated, allowing the herbal and slightly spicy hop signature to lead.

citrus notesnoble hopssubtle fruitfresh

◐ Taste

The palate enters with a soft, refined bitterness that carries smoothly across the tongue without aggression. A lean malt body provides ballast and a touch of malty sweetness, while the crisp character keeps the beer feeling dry and clean. The hop bitterness remains firm but approachable, finishing with a pleasant drying sensation that invites the next sip.

soft bitternesscrisplean malt bodyclean palate

◑ Finish

The finish fades pleasantly dry with a lingering, fine-bitter aftertaste that does not overpower. The overall impression is one of clarity and refreshment, with a clean mineral quality that characterizes well-made German Pilsner.

dry finishfine bitternessrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
83
Appearance
84
Finish
81
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C for maximum crispness. A pilsner served too warm loses its defining snap.

Pilsner glass

The tall, narrow pilsner glass preserves carbonation and showcases the golden clarity that defines the style.

Drink fresh and cold. Pilsners do not improve with age — within 3 months of packaging is ideal.

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About German Pilsner

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What is a German Pilsner?

Pilsners are crisp golden lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 25–45. Defined by spicy, floral Saaz hops over a light malt backbone — bright carbonation and a dry bitter finish.

Finding a similar German Pilsner

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