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Longfin Lager

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Simplicity makes this Helles one of the harder beers to brew, and it is a go-to for the team at the brewery. Pilsner malt and cracker notes lead, with a hint of hops, chardonnay aromatics and a soft pepper bitterness. A light 4.5% lager that suits the beach or the boat, brewed seasonally and poured only on draft.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter17 IBU
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltycleanfloral
malty
clean
floral
spicy
hoppy
bready
Aroma
Clean and inviting on the nose, with leading notes of cracker and bread crust from the Pilsner malt.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Longfin Lager

◎ Appearance

Pale golden-yellow body with excellent clarity and fine, persistent carbonation. The head forms a delicate white collar with good retention and fine lacing that clings to the glass throughout the pour.

pale goldencrystallinefine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Clean and inviting on the nose, with leading notes of cracker and bread crust from the Pilsner malt. Subtle floral and herbal hop notes emerge alongside delicate white-wine aromatics, finishing with a whisper of white pepper.

pilsner maltcrackerfloral hopschardonnay-likewhite pepper

◐ Taste

Malty and grain-forward on entry, with a soft cracker sweetness that carries into the mid-palate. A measured bitterness develops with subtle spice and herb notes, balanced by the beer's light body and crisp finish.

malty grainsoft bitternessspicedcrispsmooth

◑ Finish

Clean, dry, and refreshing. The aftertaste remains light and grainy with a lingering soft pepper note that fades quickly.

dryclean departurelight aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
77
Appearance
82
Finish
75
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

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About Helles Lager

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What is a Helles Lager?

Helles Lager is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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