hopIQ
ENDE
Sign up freeSign in

Dampfbier

Brauerei Gebr. Maisel
Tap to rate
🌍 Germany · Dampfbier · One of 2 Dampfbiers in hopIQ

Dampfbier is a traditional Bavarian steam beer brewed using a unique warm fermentation process that creates a distinctive character. This amber-colored lager offers a smooth, malty profile with subtle fruity notes and a clean, crisp finish.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
amber12
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Crisp mouthfeel.

A sharp texture drives the beer — a clean, direct pour with room for the palate to fill in.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Dampfbier.
Malt character
malty
bready
caramel
honey
Fermentation & yeast
clean
fruity
yeasty
Compare with another beer →

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Dampfbier

Appearance

This Dampfbier presents a beautiful amber hue characteristic of the style, with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a creamy, effervescent visual presentation that invites further exploration.

amberclearpersistent headfine carbonation

Aroma

The nose is dominated by distinctive phenolic and fruity esters typical of warm fermentation, with prominent banana and clove notes creating a spiced, fruit-forward character. Underlying malty and bread-like aromas provide a solid foundation, while subtle yeast-derived aromatics add complexity and freshness.

bananaclovemaltyfruity esters

Taste

The palate opens with a soft, full-bodied malt sweetness that carries notes of bread and wheat, followed by the beer's signature banana and clove flavors from the warm fermentation. The mid-palate is creamy and smooth with minimal bitterness, allowing the fruity, yeast-derived characters to shine throughout.

maltyfruitysmoothsweet

Finish

The finish is clean and crisp, shedding the sweetness while retaining subtle fruity notes and a soft, pleasant aftertaste. The effervescence adds to a refreshing conclusion that encourages another sip.

cleancrisprefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
83
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
81
+ Sign in to add your tasting note

Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Dampfbier

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Dampfbier

About Dampfbier

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Dampfbier?

Dampfbier is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Dampfbier

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same malty, smooth, clean character as Dampfbier will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

Other Dampfbiers in hopIQ

WHERE TO BUY

Not sure where to find Dampfbier? Search on:

RateBeer →Untappd →