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Fort George Pilsner

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Herbal, earthy hops with a saltine-like malt character and a touch of white-pepper spice. Pilsner is a 5% ABV year-round lager brewed with Hallertau Mittelfruh, Saphir and Tradition hops on Rahr Pilsner, Weyermann Barke Pils and acidulated malts, with Astoria's soft, slow-sand-filtered water. It joined the regular lineup in fall 2025, and 1% of proceeds support local environmental causes.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
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
earthyherbalnoble hop
earthy
herbal
noble hop
malty
salty
spicy
Aroma
The nose leads with earthy, grassy notes from the noble hop blend—Hallertau Mittelfruh and Saphir contribute distinct herbal character without harshness.
also:clean,hoppy
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Fort George Pilsner

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity, reflecting the beer's clean lager character. A tight, persistent white head forms and maintains fine Schaumkleiden down the glass. Carbonation is bright and well-integrated, contributing to the crisp visual presentation.

pale goldenclearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with earthy, grassy notes from the noble hop blend—Hallertau Mittelfruh and Saphir contribute distinct herbal character without harshness. A subtle white-pepper spice emerges beneath, layered with light, slightly grainy malt presence that echoes the softness of the local water.

earthy hopsherbal, grassywhite-pepper spicelight Malz

◐ Taste

The palate opens clean and crisp, with a pronounced saltine-like malt backbone from Rahr and Weyermann Barke Pils malts. Hop bitterness remains restrained but present at 38 IBU, delivering earthy and herbal notes without overshadowing the malty sweetness. The acidulated malt adds subtle tartness that heightens the overall refreshing quality.

malty, saltyearthy bitternesscrisp, cleanrefreshing

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and light, with noble hops receding gracefully while a faint herbal echo persists. The aftertaste remains clean and brief, encouraging immediate return to the glass.

dry, lightherbal fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
84
Finish
72
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

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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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