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Gebr. Maisel Pils

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A classic German Pilsner from the renowned Maisel brewery, offering a crisp and refreshing lager with a perfect balance of noble hops and clean malt. This traditional brew showcases the brewing excellence of Franconia with its golden color and sophisticated hop character.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppycleanmalty
hoppy
clean
malty
mineral
citrusy
Aroma
The nose features the hallmark noble hop character of traditional Franconian brewing, with herbal and floral notes taking center stage.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Gebr. Maisel Pils

◎ Appearance

Gebr. Maisel Pils displays a brilliant golden hue characteristic of classic German pilsners, with excellent clarity and bright transparency. The beer presents a dense, white head with impressive retention, supported by fine carbonation that creates an inviting visual presentation.

brilliant goldencrystal clearwhite headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose features the hallmark noble hop character of traditional Franconian brewing, with herbal and floral notes taking center stage. Clean malt undertones provide a subtle grainy backdrop without any yeast esters, allowing the sophisticated hop profile to shine through clearly.

noble hopsherbalfloralclean malt

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing with balanced bitterness from noble hops complementing light grain flavors. The mid-palate maintains excellent definition with hop bitterness and subtle malty sweetness in harmony, culminating in a distinctly dry profile that showcases brewing precision.

crispbalanced bitternesshoppydry

◑ Finish

The finish is remarkably clean and dry with lingering hop bitterness that fades gracefully. A sophisticated aftertaste of herbal notes and grain leaves the palate refreshed without any harsh edges.

clean finishdrylingering hops
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
84
Appearance
85
Finish
82
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.

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