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Gänstaller Kellerbier

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A light caramel note runs through this light amber, unfiltered lager from the Bamberg-based Gänstaller Braumanufaktur. It is balanced and very drinkable at 5.2% ABV and 23 IBU, and as the name suggests it spends an extended time in storage, matured in the Franconian cellar tradition.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter23 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
golden8
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelmaltyclean
caramel
malty
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with soft caramel undertones, complemented by gentle bready notes from the underlying Malz.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Gänstaller Kellerbier

◎ Appearance

Light amber hue with a subtle golden undertone, characteristic of the style's restrained malt bill. The unfiltered nature yields a gentle haze throughout the body, while a modest white head settles quickly with light, ephemeral lacing. Carbonation is moderate and even, appropriate to the cellar-aged tradition.

light amberunfiltered, hazyfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with soft caramel undertones, complemented by gentle bready notes from the underlying Malz. Noble hops contribute a clean, restrained floral character without dominating. There is no aggressive yeast expression; instead, the maturation in the cellar has left a composed, integrated bouquet.

caramel sweetnessbready grainsubtle noble hop

◐ Taste

The palate is smooth and approachable, with the caramel note woven throughout the mid-palate without becoming cloying. A clean malt backbone provides structure, while the modest 23 IBU keeps bitterness restrained and balanced. The finish remains crisp and lightly drying, letting the grain shine through without sharp edges.

smooth malt sweetnessbalanced bitternessclean, dry

◑ Finish

The finish is brief to medium, clean and refreshing. A light drying sensation persists, with caramel notes fading gracefully into a cereal-like aftertaste.

clean exitcrisp aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
75
Taste
80
Appearance
76
Finish
77
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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What is a Kellerbier?

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