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Gänstaller Zoigl

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Fruity and malty, this naturally cloudy lager is brewed with hops from Hallertau and Spalt. Zoigl comes from the Upper Palatinate, where in the Middle Ages every household was allowed to brew a small batch for its own use. Gänstaller turns that tradition into a Zwickelbier of 5.6% ABV that drinks easily and carries real history.

ABV
5.6%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
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
fruitymaltynoble hop
fruity
malty
noble hop
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose carries bright fruity esters—subtle stone fruit and green apple—layered over a soft, grainy malt foundation.
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Gänstaller Zoigl

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with natural cloudiness from suspended yeast, creating a soft, diffuse glow in the glass. The head forms quickly and clings persistently to the glass walls, building fine lacing with each sip. Gentle carbonation produces a steady stream of fine bubbles rising through the haze.

pale goldennaturally cloudypersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose carries bright fruity esters—subtle stone fruit and green apple—layered over a soft, grainy malt foundation. Noble hops from Hallertau and Spalt contribute delicate herbal and slightly spicy notes without aggression. The yeast presence adds a gentle, clean character that enhances rather than dominates the overall bouquet.

stone fruit estersnoble hop spiceclean yeast

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and full-bodied for its modest strength, with malt sweetness and a light breadiness providing early substance. The mid-palate reveals balanced fruitiness and subtle floral hop character, while mild bitterness emerges gently and fades quickly. The overall impression is harmonious—neither sweet nor dry, inviting repeated sips.

smooth entrybalanced bitternessfruity mid-palate

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with lingering malt warmth and a whisper of noble hop bite that doesn't persist long. A gentle dryness settles on the palate, inviting the next drink rather than demanding it.

clean aftertasterefreshing fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
80
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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