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Hoppy Pils

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A hoppy, dry lager with a fresh, expressive aroma of citrus and tropical fruit, with grapefruit and lime and a slight resinous undertone. It is light and very refreshing, with a medium-low body, a clear, balanced bitterness and a dry, clean finish. Hoppy Pils is new in 2026 and is made with Centennial and Mosaic hops.

Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
pale gold3
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
cleanhoppymalty
clean
hoppy
malty
Aroma
Vibrant citrus and tropical fruit notes lead the nose, with prominent grapefruit and lime character from the Centennial and Mosaic hops.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Hoppy Pils

◎ Appearance

Pale golden-yellow with excellent clarity and bright, lively carbonation. The head is white and fine-grained, with good retention and distinct lacing down the glass. The beer presents a classically clean pilsner appearance.

pale goldencrystal clearfine white headbrisk carbonation

◌ Aroma

Vibrant citrus and tropical fruit notes lead the nose, with prominent grapefruit and lime character from the Centennial and Mosaic hops. A subtle resinous undertone adds complexity and depth. The overall impression is fresh and expressive, with clean malt in support.

citrus, grapefruit, limetropical fruitresinoushoppy aroma

◐ Taste

The palate is clean and crisp, opening with a light malt foundation that allows the hop character to shine. A balanced, medium-low bitterness develops through the mid-palate without harshness, with the citrus and resinous notes persisting. The body remains lean and refreshing throughout.

clean, crispbalanced bitternesslight-bodiedhoppy

◑ Finish

Dry and clean, with the bitterness fading to a lingering citrus note. The finish is quick and refreshing, leaving no residual sweetness.

dry finishcitrus persistence
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
80
Finish
74
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C for maximum crispness. A pilsner served too warm loses its defining snap.

Pilsner glass

The tall, narrow pilsner glass preserves carbonation and showcases the golden clarity that defines the style.

Drink fresh and cold. Pilsners do not improve with age — within 3 months of packaging is ideal.

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About German Pilsner

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What is a German Pilsner?

Pilsners are crisp golden lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 25–45. Defined by spicy, floral Saaz hops over a light malt backbone — bright carbonation and a dry bitter finish.

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