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Benediktiner Hell

Benediktiner Weissbräu
Germany·Helles Lager
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Golden-yellow and crystal clear, this Helles opens with fruity, grassy hop notes and a gentle caramel touch from the malt. The palate pairs malty sweetness with mildly bitter hop notes that linger pleasantly. Bottom-fermented at 5.0% and brewed in Lich to the German purity law; it was formerly sold as Benediktiner Original.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter17 IBU
Malt-forward 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
maltyfruitygrassy
malty
fruity
grassy
hoppy
caramel
clean
Aroma
The nose opens with fresh, fruity notes layered over herbaceous and grassy hop character typical of noble varieties.
not found:juicy,roasted,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Benediktiner Hell

◎ Appearance

Benediktiner Hell displays a bright golden-yellow hue with excellent clarity and crystalline brilliance. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass with fine, persistent lacing. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, creating a gently animated surface.

golden-yellowcrystal clearfine lacingwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with fresh, fruity notes layered over herbaceous and grassy hop character typical of noble varieties. A gentle caramel sweetness from the malt provides subtle backbone without dominating. The overall impression is clean and inviting, with no yeast-derived esters or sulfurous notes.

fruitygrassy hopscaramel maltclean

◐ Taste

The palate balances malt-forward sweetness with restrained, pleasantly bitter hop bitterness that extends into the finish. Mid-palate reveals soft caramel and grain notes without heaviness, while noble hop bitterness builds gradually and lingers. The mouthfeel remains smooth and approachable throughout.

maltynoble bitternesssmoothbalanced

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and moderately long, with lingering hop bitterness that fades cleanly without astringency. Aftertaste retains a whisper of caramel malt and gentle herbaceous notes.

dry finishlingering hops
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
Appearance
82
Finish
76
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

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar Helles Lager

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