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Glaabsbräu's Pilsener from Seligenstadt smells of flowers, lemon and grass. It is brewed from Pilsner malt with three hops: Hersbrucker Spät, Hallertauer Mittelfrüh and Saphir. That adds up to 4.7% ABV, 34 IBU and an original gravity of 11.8, and the colour stays at 7 EBC. Brewed in Seligenstadt, Hesse.

ABV
4.7%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter34 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
grassyfloralcitrusy
grassy
floral
citrusy
noble hop
clean
hoppy
Aroma
The nose opens with a clean, herbaceous grassiness underscored by floral notes—characteristics of the Hersbrucker Spät and Hallertauer Mittelfrüh hops.
also:malty
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pilsener

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with bright clarity and excellent transparency. The head forms with modest persistence, leaving delicate lacing on the glass as the beer is consumed. Fine, steady carbonation is evident throughout.

pale goldenclearfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with a clean, herbaceous grassiness underscored by floral notes—characteristics of the Hersbrucker Spät and Hallertauer Mittelfrüh hops. Bright lemon zest adds vibrancy, while the Saphir hop contributes a subtle noble-hop refinement that frames the aroma without dominating.

grassyflorallemon zestnoble hops

◐ Taste

Entry is clean and crisp, with a light malt foundation from the Pilsner malt providing subtle sweetness. Mid-palate develops a pronounced grassy-herbal character alongside citrus notes, building into a moderate, well-integrated bitterness that remains refreshing rather than harsh. The finish is dry and mineral-forward.

grassy-herbalcitrusyclean bitternesscrisp

◑ Finish

The aftertaste lingers with dry noble-hop bitterness and a faint lemon minerality. The beer concludes refreshingly, inviting another sip without any lingering heaviness.

dryrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
74
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

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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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