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Bunun Pilsner

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A pilsner that carries more body than the style leads you to expect — flavour and refreshment aren't meant to be a trade-off here. At 25 IBU the bitterness stays moderate, and 5 percent makes it a beer for the heat. In Costa Rica the pilsner is king, and Fuego treats it that way: brewed on the southern Pacific coast, where the Río Barú runs into the sea.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter25 IBU
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
cleanhoppymalty
clean
hoppy
malty
Aroma
A restrained but clean nose leads with soft Edelhopfen character—spicy and herbal undertones rather than aggressive floral notes.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bunun Pilsner

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright transparency. The head is white and persistent, with fine Schaumhaftung that clings to the glass in delicate bands. Carbonation is lively and visible throughout, contributing to the beer's overall sense of refreshment.

pale goldcrystal clearpersistent white headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

A restrained but clean nose leads with soft Edelhopfen character—spicy and herbal undertones rather than aggressive floral notes. Light Malz sweetness provides a gentle backbone without dominating. The overall impression is crisp and inviting, with no yeast esters or off-notes.

herbal hopssoft malt sweetnessclean, mineral-likesubtle spice

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and fuller-bodied than the style typically allows, with a gentle malt foundation that carries real substance. Mid-palate balances bitterness—moderate at 25 IBU—against that underlying body, creating tension rather than dominance. The finish is dry and crisp, with bittering hops resolving cleanly without harsh edges.

full mouthfeelbalanced bitternessmalt presencedry finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and moderately persistent, fading to a dry, slightly herbal residue. Refreshment lingers without astringency, making this well-suited to warm climates.

dry herbal faderefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
82
Finish
76
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.

Finding a similar German Pilsner

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