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Malt 0,0%

Netherlands·Alcohol-Free Lager
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Alcohol-free and organic, yet still quite bitter. A special fermentation and spring water give this beer a delicate aftertaste. 0.0 % from Budelse Brouwerij, an independent family brewery in Budel since 1870. It sits in the alcohol-free line next to Malty 0,0% Dark and Hopped 0,0%.

Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Clean, dry bitterness
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
cleanbready
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with a clean, slightly herbal hop presence balanced by subtle grain notes.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Malt 0,0%

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with excellent clarity and bright, lively carbonation. A fine, persistent white head forms quickly and clings to the glass with distinctive lacing as the beer descends. The overall presentation is clean and inviting, characteristic of a well-crafted lager.

pale strawbrilliant clarityfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with a clean, slightly herbal hop presence balanced by subtle grain notes. Spring water minerality adds a crisp, refreshing quality to the bouquet, while restrained malt undertones suggest light bread and cereal without overwhelming the senses. Noble hop character dominates, with a gentle spice and floral quality that recalls traditional Edelhopfen varieties.

herbal hopsgrain notesmineral watercrisp

◐ Taste

Entry is bright and clean, with immediate bitterness that commands the palate at 22 IBU—surprising for an alcohol-free beer. Mid-palate develops a smooth, slightly bready character that provides body without weight, while the hop bitterness remains the focal point throughout. The finish demonstrates impressive dryness and crispness, with a delicate minerality that speaks to the special fermentation process and quality water.

assertive bitternesssmooth bodybready maltsdry finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is notably clean and delicate, lingering with a dry, slightly mineral edge. Bitterness fades gracefully, leaving behind a refreshing sensation that invites another sip.

clean finishmineral aftertasterefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
80
Appearance
82
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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