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Dragonfly Namsen

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Notes of toasted rye bread and a good sweetness, with rye bread in the scent too. This organic strong lager is dark brown with a reddish tinge under a light-brown head. It is named after the iconic Norwegian river Namsen, known for big salmon, traditional fishing and the mountains around it, a place where anglers have met for generations and where the Braunstein people, too, have come together across generations. Hopped with Mandarina Bavaria.

ABV
8.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter39 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
toastybreadyroasted
toasty
bready
roasted
citrusy
malty
fruity
Aroma
Toasted rye bread and grain dominate the nose, with a pronounced malty sweetness underneath.
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Dragonfly Namsen

◎ Appearance

Dark brown with a reddish tinge, presenting a clear and luminous body beneath a light-brown head. The head holds with moderate retention, displaying fine Schaumkleiden around the glass. Carbonation appears well-integrated, suggesting a measured effervescence typical of the style.

dark brown, reddishclearmoderate head retention

◌ Aroma

Toasted rye bread and grain dominate the nose, with a pronounced malty sweetness underneath. Mandarina Bavaria hops contribute subtle citrus notes that complement rather than lead. The overall aromatic profile is anchored in cereal and breadiness, inviting but restrained.

toasted rye breadsweet maltsubtle citrus

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and malty, with toasted grain and rye bread flavors establishing the palate immediately. Mid-palate shows a balanced sweetness with gentle roasted undertones and faint citrus character from the Mandarina Bavaria. Bitterness remains low and well-proportioned at 39 IBU, never sharp, allowing the bread and malt to persist through to the finish.

toasty, maltyrye bread, roastedlow bitterness

◑ Finish

Finish is medium in length, with lingering notes of toasted grain and subtle sweetness. Aftertaste remains clean and slightly warming from the 8.5% ABV, without harshness.

medium finishgrain, sweetness
79
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
82
Appearance
77
Finish
76
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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