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Grilløl

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Grilløl is a lager with a fresh taste of Saaz and Cascade hops, giving a classic, concentrated flavour and a beer that is easy to drink yet full. The name says what it is for: grilling, summer and beer, a combination the brewery thinks nearly everyone likes. It is brewed by Grauballe Bryghus in Silkeborg for the terrace season.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
noble hophoppyclean
noble hop
hoppy
clean
bready
malty
Aroma
The nose opens with a clean, noble-hop character led by Saaz, offering delicate herbal and slightly spicy notes alongside earthy undertones.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Grilløl

◎ Appearance

Grilløl presents a bright, pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, white head that settles into a thin, persistent collar. The carbonation is evident and lively, with a steady stream of bubbles rising through the clear body. The beer shows crisp visual presence typical of a well-crafted pale lager.

pale goldenbright clarityfine carbonationpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with a clean, noble-hop character led by Saaz, offering delicate herbal and slightly spicy notes alongside earthy undertones. Cascade hops contribute gentle citrus and floral nuances without overwhelming the composition. A subtle bready maltiness provides a soft backdrop, keeping the aromatic profile balanced and inviting.

noble hopsherbal spicesubtle citrusclean malt base

◐ Taste

The palate is smooth and approachable, with a light malty sweetness that gives the beer structure and a sense of fullness despite its moderate ABV. The noble-hop bitterness integrates seamlessly at 22 IBU, providing crisp definition without harshness. The finish is clean and dry, with a refreshing quality that encourages another sip.

smooth palateintegrated bitternessmalty sweetnesscrisp and dry

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and moderately short, fading to a subtle herbal dryness that recalls the Saaz character. No harsh or lingering bitterness remains, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for food or another pour.

herbal drynessclean faderefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
77
Taste
79
Appearance
78
Finish
76
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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About Pale Lager

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What is a Pale 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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