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Glückauf Bock

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Malty, with a pleasant roast note from dark malt: this dark Bock from Gersdorf is brewed to a secret recipe. It reaches 6.3% ABV from 16% original gravity and runs smoothly and easily over the tongue. Dark Bock has been a Gersdorf speciality for connoisseurs, and the brewery calls it something special.

ABV
6.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
deep amber15
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltyroastedcaramel
malty
roasted
caramel
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced malt character, featuring notes of caramel and dark bread crust from the roasted malt bill.
not found:hoppy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Glückauf Bock

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to brown in color, reflecting the dark malts used in this Bock. The beer presents good clarity with a stable, off-white head that shows persistent lacing. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, supporting a smooth visual presentation.

deep amber-brownclearpersistent headmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced malt character, featuring notes of caramel and dark bread crust from the roasted malt bill. Subtle suggestions of cocoa and dried fruit emerge beneath, while the overall impression remains warm and inviting without any sharp or astringent edges.

maltyroasted breadcaramelcocoa undertones

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a rich, full malt foundation that coats the mouth evenly. Dark roasted notes—bread crust, light chocolate—develop through the mid-palate, complemented by gentle caramel sweetness. Bitterness is restrained at 25 IBU, allowing the malt complexity to remain the focal point; the finish is clean and dry.

full-bodiedroasted maltsmooth drinkingbalanced sweetness

◑ Finish

The finish is medium in length, with lingering malt and a gentle warmth from the 6.3% ABV. No harsh alcohol burn or astringency; instead, a pleasant drying sensation carries through to the aftertaste.

medium-dry finishwarming alcohol note
80
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
81
Appearance
78
Finish
78
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 9–12°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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About Bock

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What is a Bock?

Bocks are strong German lagers with 6.5–7.5% ABV. Rich malt sweetness — toast, chocolate, caramel — with low bitterness and a warming finish.

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