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Josefi Bock

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Brewed only in spring as the Easter bock: intense golden yellow with a harmonious aroma and finely rounded hop notes, followed by a strong taste; malty and spicy. 7.1 % ABV from 16.2° Plato, made with the natural hops Magnum, Perle, Saazer, Tettnanger and Spalter Select, plus brewing rice alongside the barley malt.

ABV
7.1%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
deep amber15
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltyspicynoble hop
malty
spicy
noble hop
hoppy
herbal
caramel
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced malty warmth underscored by subtle spice from the diverse noble-hop selection.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Josefi Bock

◎ Appearance

Josefi Bock displays a brilliant golden-yellow hue characteristic of the spring bock tradition. The beer presents excellent clarity with a dense, persistent head that clings to the glass in fine lacework. Carbonation appears lively and well-integrated, supporting a creamy foam collar.

brilliant golden-yellowclear and brightfine lacingdense foam

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced malty warmth underscored by subtle spice from the diverse noble-hop selection. Herbal and floral notes emerge from Saazer, Tettnanger, and Spalter Select, layering gracefully without dominating. A gentle alcohol presence rounds the aromatic profile without harshness.

malty sweetnessnoble hops, floralherbal spicerestrained alcohol

◐ Taste

The palate develops a rich, malty foundation with well-calibrated bitterness from Magnum and Perle that balances without overpowering. Mid-palate reveals warming spice and a delicate caramel undertone, while the full body feels smooth despite the 7.1% ABV. Hop character remains refined and supportive throughout, never aggressive.

full-bodied maltbalanced bitternesswarming spicecaramel undertones

◑ Finish

The finish is long and gradually warming, with lingering malty sweetness and a gentle herbal dryness from the noble hops. A subtle alcohol warmth emerges as the beer warms, reinforcing its strength without becoming boozy.

long finishwarming aftertasteherbal dry
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
79
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 Bock

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What is a 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.

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