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Diebels Alt

Diebels Brauerei
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🌍 Germany · Altbier · One of 25 Altbiers in hopIQ

Diebels Alt is a top-fermented Altbier from Issum on the Lower Rhine, brewed from dark special malt that gives it an amber to deep copper colour under a dense, long-lasting head. The nose is malty with a light peppery hop note. On the palate caramel and bread crust lead, joined by hints of dried fruit and a faint touch of orange, over a slim body with moderate carbonation. The finish turns dry and leaves a clear, lingering bitterness. Since 2023 it has been the only beer the brewery still makes.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber14
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AWARDS

World's Best Dark Altbier · 2021
World Beer Awards
Silver · 2023
World Beer Awards
Silver · 2024
World Beer Awards
World's Best Altbier · 2025
World Beer Awards
★World's Best Dark Altbier — World Beer Awards
★Silver — World Beer Awards
★Silver — World Beer Awards
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Medium body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Off-dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Moderate bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Balanced mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Altbier.
Hop character
spicy hop
orange
Malt character
caramel
bready
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
Distinctive notes
dark fruit

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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Diebels Alt

◎ Appearance

Diebels Alt presents an amber to deep copper hue, achieved through careful selection of dark special malts. A dense, long-lasting head crowns the glass, with fine lacing that clings to the walls as the beer is consumed. The carbonation is moderate, supporting the visual structure without aggressive activity.

amber to copperdense headpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with a clean, pronounced malty character derived from the dark special malts. A light peppery hop note emerges in the background, adding subtle complexity without dominating. The overall impression is balanced and inviting, with no sharp or aggressive elements.

maltypeppery hopsclean

◐ Taste

The palate opens with caramel and bread crust flavors that establish the beer's character immediately. Hints of dried fruit and a faint touch of orange develop in the mid-palate, adding nuance to the malt-forward foundation. A slim body with moderate carbonation carries these flavors cleanly, avoiding heaviness despite the depth of flavor.

caramelbread crustdried fruitorange note

◑ Finish

The finish turns distinctly dry, with a clear, lingering bitterness that persists without harshness. The aftertaste remains clean and composed, allowing the malt and mild hop character to fade gradually.

drylingering bitternessclean fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
80
Appearance
82
Finish
76
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Diebels Alt

Serve at 8–11°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 8–11°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 Diebels Alt

About Altbier

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Altbier?

Altbier 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 Altbier

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same dry, caramel, bready character as Diebels Alt will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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