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Reutberger Heller Bock

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Golden yellow, with a very aromatic scent, a malt-forward taste, smooth drinkability and a light hop note. This bottom-fermented Heller Bock sits among the brewery's specialities, whereas the brewery's other bocks are listed as seasonal beers, brewed only at certain times of year.

ABV
6.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltyfloralhoppy
malty
floral
hoppy
caramel
Aroma
The nose is notably aromatic and malt-forward, displaying soft bread-like qualities and gentle caramel undertones from the Malz.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Reutberger Heller Bock

◎ Appearance

Bright golden yellow with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The carbonation is visibly active, forming a tight bead that maintains good retention throughout the pour. The overall presentation is clean and inviting, characteristic of a well-crafted lager.

bright goldenclearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is notably aromatic and malt-forward, displaying soft bread-like qualities and gentle caramel undertones from the Malz. Noble hop character emerges quietly in the background, offering a refined, herbal restraint without aggressive citrus or pine. There is a clean, yeasty freshness that supports the malty foundation without dominating.

malty sweetnessbread notesnoble hopsclean fermentation

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and full-bodied with pronounced Malz character and a subtle caramel sweetness that develops through the mid-palate. The hop bitterness remains light and well-integrated at 35 IBU, providing balance without assertiveness. The finish maintains smoothness and drinkability, with a slight warming alcohol presence at 6.9% ABV adding depth without harshness.

smooth maltlight bitternesscaramel sweetnessfull-bodied

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and lingering, with residual Malz sweetness and a gentle hop note that fades gradually. A subtle warmth persists, leaving a balanced, slightly sweet aftertaste that invites another sip.

malt aftertastesmooth fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
84
Appearance
88
Finish
77
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 9–12°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 Heller Bock

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What is a Heller Bock?

Bocks are strong German lagers with 6.5–7.5% ABV. Rich malt sweetness — toast, chocolate, caramel — with low bitterness and a warming finish.

Finding a similar Heller Bock

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