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OXX DREI ACHT

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Fresh notes of lime and grapefruit, a trace of tropical fruit and a finely tuned bitterness come from Tango hops in OXX DREI ACHT, which is soft at first sip and slim in body. Reinterpreted from a cult beer of the 1990s, it has 3.8% ABV and 8.4% original gravity, is fully fermented and bottom-fermented, and keeps its bold red design.

ABV
3.8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
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
citrusyhoppytropical
citrusy
hoppy
tropical
Aroma
The nose opens with vibrant citrus notes—lime and grapefruit—lifted by Tango hops with subtle tropical undertones of stone fruit and green mango.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for OXX DREI ACHT

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with exceptional clarity and bright, lively carbonation visible as fine bubbles throughout. The head forms quickly and maintains firm retention with delicate lacing that clings to the glass walls with each sip. The overall presentation conveys lightness and refreshment.

pale goldencrystal clearfine carbonationpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with vibrant citrus notes—lime and grapefruit—lifted by Tango hops with subtle tropical undertones of stone fruit and green mango. The aromatic profile remains clean and bright, with minimal malt backbone, allowing the hoppy character to dominate without harsh resinous qualities. A delicate, inviting freshness defines the overall impression.

lime, grapefruittropical fruit notesTango hop characterclean, bright

◐ Taste

The palate enters soft and refined, with gentle citrus flavors settling into a well-balanced, measured bitterness that builds gradually across the mid-palate. The body remains slim and elegant, never cloying, while the Tango hops deliver a crisp, dry sensation without excessive harshness. The finish emphasizes the interplay between subtle sweetness and restrained noble hop bitterness.

citrus-forwardrefined bitternesslight bodydry, crisp

◑ Finish

The aftertaste lingers with pleasant citrus dryness and a gentle hoppy grip that fades cleanly. The finish remains refreshing and uncomplicated, inviting another sip rather than lingering heavily.

dry finishcitrus fadeclean departure
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
80
Finish
74
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C. Carbonation and crispness are the main event — cold preserves both.

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

Store cold and drink fresh. Lagers are at their crispest within 3–4 months.

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What is a Lager?

Euro Pale Lagers are clean, refreshing lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 10–25. Soft malt sweetness, light hop bitterness and high carbonation make them supremely drinkable.

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