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Bearface

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A hoppy lager that sits between traditions: the bite of a Czech pilsner, the pale, crisp malt of a German pils and the aroma hops of modern IPAs. Citrusy American aroma varieties shape the nose, and a snap of bitterness gives the beer its edge. The result is fruity, complex and bitter. It was among the first beers brewed at Drygate and is listed in the B-Sides tier.

ABV
4.4%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter28 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession

AWARDS

Gold · 2015
SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, Scotland)
Small Pack Standard Lager & Pilsners
Silver · 2018
SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, Scotland)
Bottle/Can Session Lager & Pilsner (up to 4.4%)
★Gold — SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, Scotland) (Small Pack Standard Lager & Pilsners)
★Silver — SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, Scotland) (Bottle/Can Session Lager & Pilsner (up to 4.4%))
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppycitrusyfruity
hoppy
citrusy
fruity
floral
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced citrus notes from American hop varieties, reminiscent of grapefruit zest and dried orange peel.
also:malty
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bearface

◎ Appearance

Bearface presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright, luminous character. The head forms quickly and shows solid retention, with fine lacing that clings to the glass. Carbonation appears lively and well-integrated, creating a persistent sparkle throughout the pour.

pale goldencleargood head retentionfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced citrus notes from American hop varieties, reminiscent of grapefruit zest and dried orange peel. Beneath the aromatics sits a clean, elegant malt foundation with faint grainy undertones typical of quality pilsner traditions. There is no yeast character; the profile remains hop-forward and crisp.

citrus, grapefruitAmerican hopsclean malt basecrisp

◐ Taste

The palate entry is smooth and effervescent, with a delicate sweetness from pale Malz that quickly gives way to herbal and citric hop bitterness. The mid-palate develops complexity, balancing fruity esters against a persistent, dry bite that recalls Czech pilsner character. Bitterness builds gradually and finishes with notable snap, never harsh but distinctly present.

fruity-bitter balanceherbal hop notesdrysnap of bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and moderately long, with lingering citric bitterness and a clean, slightly peppery fade. Aftertaste remains dry and refreshing, inviting another sip without cloy.

crisp finishlingering bitternessclean
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
78
Appearance
78
Finish
77
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C. Carbonation and crispness are the main event — cold preserves both.

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

Store cold and drink fresh. Lagers are at their crispest within 3–4 months.

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What is a Pale Lager?

Euro Pale Lagers are clean, refreshing lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 10–25. Soft malt sweetness, light hop bitterness and high carbonation make them supremely drinkable.

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