8XL Pilsner
8XL is the house lager of Bullhouse East, the brewery's taproom in east Belfast, and takes its name from the building's past as a clothing shop for large sizes. Bullhouse calls it a clean, crisp pilsner of moderate strength made for easy drinking. Drinkers on Untappd likewise note a crisp, uncomplicated lager. It is poured on draught at the taproom and is not sold in the brewery's shop.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for 8XL Pilsner
Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C for maximum crispness. A pilsner served too warm loses its defining snap.
The tall, narrow pilsner glass preserves carbonation and showcases the golden clarity that defines the style.
Drink fresh and cold. Pilsners do not improve with age — within 3 months of packaging is ideal.
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What is a German Pilsner?
Pilsners are crisp golden lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 25–45. Defined by spicy, floral Saaz hops over a light malt backbone — bright carbonation and a dry bitter finish.
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