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Haake-Beck Pils

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Haake-Beck Pils is the brand's core beer and a classic northern German pilsner, bright pale yellow under a clean, firm head. The nose shows hops with a touch of citrus. The first sip is lean and fresh, then a balanced bitterness carries into a dry finish. Tasters call it hoppy and spicy, and a competition panel also found light bread, a hint of cassis and red berries. Spritzy on the tongue, its bitterness fades rather than lingering.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter28 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession

AWARDS

Silver · 2022
World Beer Awards
Classic Pilsener
Gold · 2023
World Beer Awards
Classic Pilsener
Bronze · 2025
World Beer Awards
Classic Pilsener
★Silver — World Beer Awards (Classic Pilsener)
★Gold — World Beer Awards (Classic Pilsener)
★Bronze — World Beer Awards (Classic Pilsener)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppyspicyberry
hoppy
spicy
berry
citrusy
bready
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with noble hops and a distinctive citrus note that lifts from the glass.
also:malty
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Haake-Beck Pils

◎ Appearance

Bright pale yellow with excellent clarity and a clean, firm head that holds well. The carbonation is visible and lively, creating fine bubbles that sustain the dense foam collar. The beer presents the classic visual hallmark of a well-crafted northern German pilsner.

pale yellowcrystal clearfirm headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with noble hops and a distinctive citrus note that lifts from the glass. Beneath the hop character sits a delicate bread-like malt foundation with hints of honey. The aroma is fresh and inviting without any harsh or vegetal edges.

noble hopscitrusbread maltclean

◐ Taste

The palate opens lean and crisp, with a spritzy mouthfeel that emphasizes freshness. A balanced bitterness unfolds through the mid-palate, neither aggressive nor overwhelming, with subtle notes of bread and mineral character. The beer's body remains light and refined, allowing the hop bitterness to define the middle register.

crispbalanced bitternessspritzymineral

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and clean, with the bitterness fading rather than clinging to the palate. A brief floral or spicy note persists before resolving into a refreshing dryness that invites the next sip.

dry finishfading bitternessrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
77
Taste
79
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Haake-Beck Pils

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

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C for maximum crispness. A pilsner served too warm loses its defining snap.

Pilsner glass
Recommended for this style

The tall, narrow pilsner glass preserves carbonation and showcases the golden clarity that defines the style.

Drink fresh and cold. Pilsners do not improve with age — within 3 months of packaging is ideal.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Haake-Beck Pils

About German Pilsner

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a German Pilsner?

Pilsners are crisp golden lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 25–45. Defined by spicy, floral Saaz hops over a light malt backbone — bright carbonation and a dry bitter finish.

Finding a similar German Pilsner

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same dry, hoppy, spicy character as Haake-Beck Pils will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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