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Dark brown Christmas ale that smells of orange and coffee. The taste is full, with coffee latte and caramel, lightly sweet with a mild bitterness and a smoky finish that leaves a fresh feeling behind. Harmoniously balanced overall. Jul is the new name of Bøgedal Jul#1, and it is brewed with Munich, Cara and black malt.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
deep amber20
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
coffeeorangesmoky
coffee
orange
smoky
caramel
malty
roasted
Aroma
Inviting nose dominated by roasted coffee and candied orange peel, with underlying caramel sweetness.
also:nutty
not found:hoppy,bready,fruity,spicy

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Jul

◎ Appearance

Deep brown with a warm mahogany tone, reflecting the blend of Munich, Cara and black malts. Clear and bright with modest carbonation. The head forms a thin, persistent collar that clings gently to the glass.

deep mahoganyclearfine lacing

◌ Aroma

Inviting nose dominated by roasted coffee and candied orange peel, with underlying caramel sweetness. Black malt contributes subtle smoky and earthy undertones. The aromatic profile sits in harmonious balance, neither aggressive nor muted.

coffee, orangeroasted maltcaramel notes

◐ Taste

Full-bodied on entry with coffee-latte character and soft caramel sweetness. Mid-palate develops a gentle roasted grain richness, with subtle smoky complexity. Mild bitterness (24 IBU) remains restrained, allowing the malt profile to lead while adding structure and definition.

full-bodiedcoffee, caramelmild bitternessroasted grain

◑ Finish

Medium finish that fades with a distinctive smoky aftertaste, leaving a clean, refreshing sensation on the palate. The smoke lingers softly without heaviness, closing the experience with a dry edge.

smoky faderefreshingclean dryness
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
80
Finish
79
Serve at 10–13°C

Serve at 10–13°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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