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Freigeist Ottekolong

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Ottekolong is a traditional Kellerbier brewed by Freigeist Bierkultur, a German brewery known for reviving historic beer styles. This unpasteurized, unfiltered lager offers a crisp, refreshing character with subtle complexity and a focus on natural, authentic flavors.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
amber11
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
cleanmaltymineral
clean
malty
mineral
bready
yeasty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by clean, grainy malt notes with subtle bread-like and yeasty undertones from the natural fermentation.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Freigeist Ottekolong

◎ Appearance

Ottekolong presents a pale golden hue with a naturally hazy appearance, characteristic of its unfiltered nature. The beer displays a modest white head with good retention, and exhibits fine carbonation consistent with traditional Kellerbier conditioning.

pale goldennaturally hazywhite headunfiltered

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by clean, grainy malt notes with subtle bread-like and yeasty undertones from the natural fermentation. Earthy, hay-like qualities emerge beneath, creating an inviting and authentically rustic character with minimal hop presence.

grainyyeastybread-likeearthy

◐ Taste

The palate delivers a straightforward, malty-forward experience with prominent grain and bread character balanced by a dry, crisp finish. Full-bodied for the ABV, the beer maintains smoothness throughout with subtle earthiness and a refreshing quality that emphasizes the brewers' focus on natural, unmanipulated flavors.

maltygrainydryrefreshing

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry with a lasting impression of grain and subtle yeast-derived character. The crisp, smooth conclusion leaves no harsh aftertaste, inviting another sip of this traditionally brewed lager.

drycleancrisp
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
82
Appearance
80
Finish
84
Serve at 7–9°C

Serve at 7–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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About Kellerbier

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What is a Kellerbier?

Kellerbier is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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