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Aromas of toast, nuts and bread meet floral, spicy hops and a massive malty backbone with a dry finish in this deep copper imperial Oktoberfest lager. It is a limited seasonal release, available August through October, and weighs in at 8% ABV. Vienna, Munich, dark Munich and aromatic malts build the toasted core.

ABV
8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
deep amber20
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltytoastynutty
malty
toasty
nutty
roasted
bready
spicy hop
Aroma
Toast and bread notes lead the nose, supported by warm nutty undertones that emerge from the rich malt bill.
also:floral,caramel
not found:hoppy,chocolate,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for The Kaiser

◎ Appearance

Deep copper hue with excellent clarity and a dense, persistent head that clings to the glass with fine lacing. The color reflects the generous use of Vienna, Munich, and dark Munich malts that form the beer's toasted foundation. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, supporting a stable foam structure throughout the drink.

deep coppercleardense head lacing

◌ Aroma

Toast and bread notes lead the nose, supported by warm nutty undertones that emerge from the rich malt bill. Floral and spicy hop character adds elegance without dominating, while subtle roasted grain impressions weave through the background. The overall impression is balanced and inviting, with no sharp or aggressive notes.

toasted grainfloral hopsnutty warmth

◐ Taste

A massive malty core delivers bread, toast, and soft caramel sweetness across the palate, with 22 IBUs providing gentle restraint rather than aggression. Spicy, herbal hop notes emerge mid-palate and interweave with the malt without overshadowing it. The 8% ABV sits comfortably integrated, contributing warmth and body without harshness.

malt-forwardbalanced bitternessspicy-herbal hops

◑ Finish

The finish turns notably dry, with the malt sweetness receding and a subtle roasted note persisting into the aftertaste. Length is moderate and clean, leaving no cloy or residual booze burn.

dryclean aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
84
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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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What is a Doppelbock?

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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