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Bremer Freimarktsbier

Freie Brau Union Bremen
Germany·Helles Lager
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Made for Bremen's Freimarkt, this seasonal Helles brings floral, fruity aromas, and its taste recalls the juicy edge of a ripe grain field. Pilsner malt, Munich malt and Carapils meet Hallertauer Mittelfrüh, Hersbrucker, Mandarina Bavaria and Herkules hops: 11.7 °Plato, 25 IBU and 4.8 % ABV. Like all UNION beers, it is unfiltered and brewed in Bremen.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter25 IBU
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruityfloralnoble hop
fruity
floral
noble hop
juicy
malty
clean
Aroma
Floral and fruity notes lead the nose, with honeyed undertones from the Munich malt providing gentle sweetness.
also:bready
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bremer Freimarktsbier

◎ Appearance

Pale straw-gold with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is bright and steady, creating delicate bead chains throughout the glass. Lacing clings evenly to the sides with each sip.

pale straw-goldbright carbonationfirm lacing

◌ Aroma

Floral and fruity notes lead the nose, with honeyed undertones from the Munich malt providing gentle sweetness. Noble hop varieties—Hallertauer and Hersbrucker—contribute herbal and spice accents, while Mandarina Bavaria adds subtle citrus. The overall impression is refined and garden-fresh.

floralnoble hopsubtle citrusherbal spice

◐ Taste

The palate enters clean and malty, with the juicy sweetness of ripe grain balanced by restrained, well-integrated bitterness. Mid-palate reveals delicate fruity and bready notes without heaviness. The finish is crisp and refreshingly dry, allowing the hop character to emerge without dominating.

juicy grain sweetnessnoble bitternessmalty, clean

◑ Finish

Dry and crisp, with a medium-length finish that fades gracefully. The aftertaste is clean, leaving behind subtle herbal and fruity impressions without lingering harshness.

dry finishclean fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
80
Finish
75
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein

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

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What is a Helles Lager?

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