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Silkeborg Julebryg

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Silkeborg Julebryg is a dark pilsner with a pleasant, lightly sweet fullness, as known from the Classic beers of the same brewery. Its makers even call it a Classic with more of everything, a cheerful Christmas lager with plenty of draught-beer appeal. It is brewed by the relaunched Silkeborg Bryghus.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
deep amber20
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltytoastyclean
malty
toasty
clean
roasted
Aroma
The nose opens with toasty and lightly roasted Malz character, underpinned by gentle breadiness.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Silkeborg Julebryg

◎ Appearance

Deep amber-brown colour with good clarity and a fine, persistent head that clings to the glass with visible lacing. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, lending the beer a refined visual presence without excessive fizz.

deep amber-brownpersistent headclearmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with toasty and lightly roasted Malz character, underpinned by gentle breadiness. Noble hop notes emerge subtly, providing a crisp counterpoint to the malt-forward foundation without overwhelming the softer, sweeter undertones.

toasted maltnoble hopsbread notesclean

◐ Taste

The palate is full-bodied and smooth, with a pleasant sweetness that defines the mid-section without becoming cloying. Roasted malt flavours layer with a crisp backbone, while bitterness remains restrained at 22 IBU, allowing the malty structure to lead throughout the drinking experience.

sweet maltfull-bodiedsmoothrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with toasted malt notes lingering gently. A light crispness carries through to the end, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip.

cleandrytoasted aftertaste
77
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
77
Finish
76
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein

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

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