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Copper Alt

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Zipline's most decorated beer — a German-style altbier and winner of World Beer Cup Gold (2023), U.S. Open Gold (2022), and GABF Gold (2015). A hybrid between ale and lager, this bronze-hued brew goes down easy with subtle nuances of chocolate and hazelnut.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
deep amber15
PaceA Few

AWARDS

Gold · 2023
World Beer Cup 2023
★Gold — World Beer Cup 2023
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltycleanchocolate
malty
clean
chocolate
nutty
caramel
toasty
Aroma
The nose opens with layered malt character—toasted grain and soft hazelnut notes emerge alongside a gentle chocolate undertone.
also:roasted
not found:hoppy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Copper Alt

◎ Appearance

A clear bronze hue dominates, displaying the characteristic copper tone that defines the style. The head forms with moderate density and recedes to a persistent collar, leaving fine lacing along the glass. Carbonation presents as subtle and well-integrated, contributing to a refined visual presentation.

bronze, clearpersistent head lacingfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with layered malt character—toasted grain and soft hazelnut notes emerge alongside a gentle chocolate undertone. Noble hop aromatics provide a restrained herbal backdrop without dominance. The overall effect is balanced and inviting, with no sharp alcohol presence.

toasted malthazelnut, chocolatesubtle noble hops

◐ Taste

The palate enters clean and malty, with caramel sweetness developing through the mid-palate alongside nutty depth and cocoa complexity. Bitterness arrives measured at 32 IBUs, providing structure without harshness. The finish transitions smoothly, leaving a dry, slightly roasted impression that lingers with restrained spice.

malty sweetnesschocolate, caramelbalanced bitternessdry finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste persists with a soft, roasted quality and gentle dryness. A refreshing quality emerges without astringency, inviting the next sip.

lingering roastrefreshing dryness
88
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
89
Appearance
86
Finish
87
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°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 Altbier

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What is a Altbier?

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