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Gruit

Dr. Fritz Briem
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🌍 Germany · Gruitbier · One of 1 Gruitbiers in hopIQ

A recreation of a 13th-century herbed ale brewed before hops became standard — flavoured with a traditional gruit blend of herbs instead of hops. A rare living link to medieval brewing, earthy and herbal with a soft body.

ABV
4.6%
IBU
27
SRM
amber12

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags

earthy
100%
herbal
100%
spicy
60%
light
60%
smooth
60%
yeasty
60%
clean
30%
coriander
30%
wheat
30%
bready
30%

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About Gruitbier

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What is a Gruitbier?

Gruitbier is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Gruit

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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