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Extra brewed and deep golden: a slight residual sweetness meets the delicate aromas of Hallertau Tradition hops, in a full-bodied, harmonious beer under a fine-pored head. 13 °P original gravity, 5.8 % ABV, 15 IBU, made from water, barley malt and hops under the Reinheitsgebot at a brewery documented since 1268.

ABV
5.8%
Bitterness
Mild15 IBU
SRM
amber9
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
noble hopmaltyclean
noble hop
malty
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with delicate Hallertau Tradition hop character—refined herbal and slightly spicy notes that remain restrained and elegant.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Festbier

◎ Appearance

Deep golden hue with excellent clarity, pouring beneath a fine-pored, persistent head that leaves delicate lacing down the glass. Carbonation is moderate and evenly distributed, creating a soft, creamy visual presentation characteristic of a well-crafted lager. The colour and foam structure speak to careful brewing technique and proper conditioning.

deep goldenfine-pored headclearpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with delicate Hallertau Tradition hop character—refined herbal and slightly spicy notes that remain restrained and elegant. Beneath the noble hop profile sits a subtle malt base offering hints of bread crust and light grain sweetness, without any harsh or vegetal edges. The overall aromatic impression is clean and harmonious, inviting further exploration.

noble hopsherbal spicebread crustrefined

◐ Taste

Full-bodied and smooth-drinking, with a restrained residual sweetness that balances the delicate hop bitterness on entry. The mid-palate showcases soft malt character—bready and slightly grainy—while the 15 IBU bitterness remains gentle and integrated, never dominating. A crisp, clean finish develops as the beer progresses across the palate, refreshing without sharp edges.

full-bodiedsoft malt sweetnessgentle bitternesssmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and clean, with lingering malt notes that fade gradually without astringency. A light, refreshing quality persists, encouraging another sip.

dry finishclean aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
81
Taste
83
Appearance
84
Finish
80
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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