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Einsiedler Pilsener

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Floral hop aromas, a slender, graceful body and a firm hop bitterness mark Einsiedler Pilsener, a hop-forward lager in pale yellow under a compact, feather-light snow-white head. It is brewed from barley malt, hops and water at 4.9% ABV and 31 IBU, in the Einsiedel brewhouse built in 1907 and still brewing today.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter31 IBU
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppyfloralclean
hoppy
floral
clean
malty
Aroma
Noble hop character dominates the nose, with pronounced floral and herbal notes that speak to traditional German Edelhopfen varieties.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Einsiedler Pilsener

◎ Appearance

Pale yellow with excellent clarity and a bright, luminous quality. A compact head of fine white foam rises promptly and holds with steady retention, leaving delicate trails of lacing down the glass. Fine carbonation sparkles throughout.

pale yellowcrystal clearwhite foam headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

Noble hop character dominates the nose, with pronounced floral and herbal notes that speak to traditional German Edelhopfen varieties. A clean, dry maltiness supports without dominating, allowing the hop complexity to remain the focal point. No yeast-driven or adjunct aromas—purely varietal.

floral hopsherbalnoble characterclean malt backbone

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with a slender body that belies the beer's hop-forward nature. The mid-palate develops a firm, dry bitterness with continued floral hop presence, while restrained malt sweetness keeps the beer balanced and drinkable. The finish is clean and mineral-driven.

firm bitternesshop-forwardcrisp palatelight bodydry

◑ Finish

The bitterness lingers with grace into a medium-length finish. Aftertaste remains dry and slightly herbal, inviting another sip without cloying.

dry aftertastemedium lengthlingering bitterness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
77
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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.

Finding a similar German Pilsner

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