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Distelhäuser Landbier

Distelhäuser Brauerei
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🌍 Germany · Kellerbier · One of 88 Kellerbiers in hopIQ

An unfiltered dark Kellerbier with a rich malt character, subtle roasted notes and natural cloudiness from krausening. DLG Gold medalist and EBS Bronze 2013 — one of the brewery's most decorated beers.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
golden6
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AWARDS

Gold
DLG
Dark Lager
Bronze · 2013
European Beer Star 2013
Gold — DLG (Dark Lager)
Bronze — European Beer Star 2013
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.

The texture leads here, with everything else held in gentle reserve.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Kellerbier.
Hop character
earthy
Malt character
malty
roasted
bready
caramel
toasty
Fermentation & yeast
clean
Distinctive notes
dark fruit
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Distelhäuser Landbier

Appearance

Deep golden amber with pronounced natural cloudiness from krausening, creating a hazy, opaque appearance characteristic of traditional Kellerbier. The dense, pillowy head settles to a fine ring with good lacing around the glass. Fine carbonation produces soft, persistent bubbles that accent the beer's unfiltered character.

hazy ambernatural cloudinessdense headfine lacing

Aroma

The nose leads with earthy, roasted grain notes backed by subtle caramel sweetness and hints of dark fruit. Bread crust and toasted malt emerge in the mid-range, while a clean, slightly herbal hop backdrop keeps the profile grounded. The overall impression is understated and balanced, with no aggressive alcohol warmth.

roasted grainearthycarameltoasted malt

Taste

The palate opens with soft, malty sweetness and bready grain character, building through the mid-palate with caramel depth and subtle roasted undertones. Mild bitterness surfaces cleanly in the finish without dominating, while dark fruit notes add complexity. The beer's smooth texture and full body wrap around the flavor elements, creating an integrated, satisfying whole.

malty-sweetbreadysmooth bodybalanced bitterness

Finish

The finish is clean and moderately long, with lingering roasted grain and caramel notes fading into a gentle, herbal bitterness. The mouthfeel remains dry and refreshing despite the beer's full body.

clean faderoasted aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
83
Appearance
82
Finish
80
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Distelhäuser Landbier

Serve at 7–9°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–9°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 Distelhäuser Landbier

About Kellerbier

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Kellerbier?

Kellerbier 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 Kellerbier

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

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