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Boniface

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A polished Dortmunder Export — Germany's forgotten industrial classic. Rich pilsner malt with a whisper of honey rounds out a firmer body than a standard pils, then a crisp noble-hop finish keeps it from feeling heavy. Refined, workmanlike, exactly what a Dortmund brewer sends home from the shift.

ABV
5.7%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleanbreadymalty
clean
bready
malty
floral
hoppy
honey
Aroma
The nose leads with clean pilsner Malz—bready and slightly honeyed—followed by a restrained floral note from noble hops.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Boniface

◎ Appearance

Pale golden in the glass with excellent clarity and a bright, steady head that leaves fine Schaumkleiden on the way down. The carbonation is lively and well-integrated, giving the beer a polished, refined visual presence that speaks to careful lagering.

pale goldencrystal clearstable headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with clean pilsner Malz—bready and slightly honeyed—followed by a restrained floral note from noble hops. There is no roughness or yeast-driven character; instead a straightforward, workmanlike profile that invites the next sip without demanding attention.

clean Malzhoney sweetnessnoble hop floralsrefined

◐ Taste

The palate opens with soft, bready Malz character and a whisper of honey that adds roundness to a body noticeably fuller than a standard Pils. A crisp noble-hop bitterness arrives mid-palate and carries through cleanly, preventing any heaviness while maintaining balance and drinkability.

bready Malzfirm bodynoble bitternessdry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and crisp, with a lingering noble-hop character that fades cleanly. The aftertaste remains refreshing and malty without any harsh edge or lingering sweetness.

drycrisp hoppy fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
84
Appearance
85
Finish
82
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°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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About Dortmunder Export

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What is a Dortmunder Export?

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