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Daredevil Helles

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A Munich Helles rendered with genuine German precision. Soft pilsner malt with a whisper of honey leads, noble hops keep the finish clean and dry, and the whole thing drinks like a golden afternoon in a Bavarian biergarten. Twice medalled at the Indiana Brewers Cup — proof the style still rewards patience and clean fermentation.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession

AWARDS

Silver
Indiana Brewers Cup 2025
Munich Helles
Bronze
Indiana Brewers Cup 2024
Munich Helles
★Silver — Indiana Brewers Cup 2025 (Munich Helles)
★Bronze — Indiana Brewers Cup 2024 (Munich Helles)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleanmaltyhoney
clean
malty
honey
hoppy
Aroma
The nose opens with soft pilsner malt character, underscored by a subtle honey sweetness that suggests careful grain selection and mashing.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Daredevil Helles

◎ Appearance

A pale golden color with excellent clarity and bright luminosity. The head forms quickly with fine, persistent bubbles that leave delicate lacing down the glass. Carbonation is brisk and even, creating a lively visual presence throughout.

pale goldcrystal clearfine lacingbrisk carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with soft pilsner malt character, underscored by a subtle honey sweetness that suggests careful grain selection and mashing. Noble hops contribute a delicate herbal and slightly floral note without asserting themselves, maintaining the balance characteristic of the style.

soft malthoney notesherbal hopsrestrained bouquet

◐ Taste

The palate enters clean and malty, with a gentle pilsner sweetness that gradually develops into a honey-tinged middle. Noble hops assert a crisp, dry counterpoint that prevents any heaviness, while clean fermentation keeps the overall impression light and refreshing. The bitterness remains restrained at 18 IBU, serving structure rather than dominance.

clean malthoney sweetnessnoble hop balancedry finish

◑ Finish

A dry, lingering finish with persistent hop presence and malt undertone. The aftertaste remains crisp and mineral-clean, inviting the next sip.

drymineral cleanlingering
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
83
Appearance
84
Finish
80
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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About Helles Lager

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Helles Lager?

Helles Lager 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 Helles Lager

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