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Primus 2.6

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Light malt in the aroma, refined hop aromas and a nicely balanced bitterness: a refreshing pils at 2.6%, with nearly half the alcohol of the classic Primus. It arrived in November 2025 as a new pilsner category for Belgium, part of the relaunch of Primus, which is still brewed to the original recipe.

ABV
2.6%
Bitterness
Mild
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppymaltyclean
hoppy
malty
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with subtle light malt notes, offering a grainy and slightly sweet foundation.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Primus 2.6

◎ Appearance

Primus 2.6 presents a pale golden hue with bright clarity and good transparency. The head forms white and compact, with moderate retention and fine Schaumkleiden down the glass. Carbonation is crisp and lively, evident in steady streams of small bubbles.

pale goldenclearfine lacingwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with subtle light malt notes, offering a grainy and slightly sweet foundation. Refined noble hop aromas emerge with delicate herbal and spicy character, creating a restrained but inviting profile. The overall impression is clean and dry, with no yeast or adjunct overtones.

light maltrefined noble hopsherbal spiceclean

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with a light malt backbone that avoids any heaviness. The mid-palate balances subtle sweetness against a gentle, well-integrated bitterness that builds gradually. Finish is dry and clean, with a peppery hop bite that lingers without harshness, characteristic of a well-crafted low-alcohol pilsner.

balanced bitternesslight bodydry finishpeppery hop

◑ Finish

The aftertaste persists with a gentle bitterness and a lingering malt dryness. The finish remains crisp and clean, with no cloying sweetness or alcohol warmth.

persistent bitternessclean dry
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

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