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Firestone Walker Pivo Hoppy Pils

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🌍 United States · German Pilsner · One of 169 German Pilsners in hopIQ

A German-inspired pilsner aggressively dry-hopped with Saphir and Hallertau Blanc. Crisp, clean and brilliantly clear with a floral, herbaceous hop aroma over a firm malt base. One of America's finest craft pilsners.

ABV
5.3%
IBU
40
SRM
pale golden4
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Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags

crisp
100%
hoppy
100%
clean
60%
floral
60%
herbal
60%
bitter
60%
malty
60%
mineral
30%
dry
30%
refreshing
30%
citrusy
30%
light
30%
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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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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Firestone Walker Pivo Hoppy Pils

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Pilsner glass
Recommended for this style

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.

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Firestone Walker Pivo Hoppy Pils

Appearance

Brilliantly clear with a pale golden hue characteristic of the pilsner style. A crisp white head forms with excellent retention, indicating proper carbonation and quality ingredients. The beer presents an inviting, crystalline clarity that showcases its clean brewing tradition.

pale goldenbrilliantly clearwhite headwell-carbonated

Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant floral and herbaceous hop character from Saphir and Hallertau Blanc varieties. Citrus notes dance alongside subtle grain undertones and a hint of pine, creating a complex yet balanced aromatic profile. The dry-hopping technique is evident in the aggressive but refined hop presentation.

floralherbaceouscitruspine

Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing with a clean malt foundation that anchors the aggressive hop character. Mid-palate brings forward citrus and pine notes with a firm bitterness that integrates seamlessly rather than dominating. The medium body provides excellent structure while maintaining the dryness that defines this style.

crisphoppycitrus-forwarddry finish

Finish

A clean, dry finish with lingering hop bitterness that remains refreshing rather than harsh. The aftertaste is crisp and memorable, leaving the palate ready for another sip.

drycleanlingering bitterness
88
hopIQ score
Aroma
87
Taste
88
Appearance
90
Finish
86
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