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Himmlisch Helles Alkoholfrei

Alpirsbacher Klosterbräu
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🌍 Germany · Alcohol-Free Lager · One of 120 Alcohol-Free Lagers in hopIQ

An alcohol-free pale lager first shown at the Intergastra trade fair in Stuttgart in February 2026 and rolled out to retail from mid-February, in 20 x 0.5 litre crates and, for the trade, in kegs. The brewery presents it as the alcohol-free counterpart of its Kloster Helles, with the same full character. Golden yellow in the glass, it pairs fragrant, blossomy and fruity hop-cone notes with sweetish malt and a fine hop bitterness, and drinks light and lively.

ABV
0.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Very light frame.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Soft bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Very light and crisp.

Built for the second pour — a clean shape that stays inviting through the round.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Alcohol-Free Lager.
Hop character
floral
hoppy
Malt character
malty
bready
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
clean

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Himmlisch Helles Alkoholfrei

◎ Appearance

Pale golden yellow in the glass, presenting the clean, bright character typical of the style. The beer displays excellent clarity with a fine, stable white head that shows good retention and delicate lacing down the sides of the glass. Carbonation is lively and visible, contributing to an inviting and fresh visual presentation.

pale goldenbright claritystable white headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with fragrant, floral hop-cone notes layered over soft, sweetish malt undertones. Blossomy and gently fruity characteristics emerge on closer inspection, creating an approachable and garden-fresh aromatic profile. The bouquet is clean and straightforward, with no harsh or solvent-like notes despite the minimal alcohol content.

floral hop-coneblossomy, fruitysoft malt sweetnessgarden-fresh

◐ Taste

Entry is light and refreshing, with a fine hop bitterness (22 IBU) providing definition without aggression. Mid-palate balances the sweetish malt character against crisp noble hop expression, delivering a rounded yet lively drinking experience. The bitterness lingers gently through the middle, maintaining structure and preventing any cloying sensation.

light, lively palatefine hop bitternessmalt sweetnesscrisp, noble hops

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively brief, with a dry hop bitterness that fades gracefully. A subtle malt sweetness retreats evenly, leaving no harsh aftertaste or alcohol heat.

clean, dry finishsubtle malt echo
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
74
Appearance
80
Finish
72
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Himmlisch Helles Alkoholfrei

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

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

Stein
Recommended for this style

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

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

Food Pairing

What to eat with Himmlisch Helles Alkoholfrei

About Alcohol-Free Lager

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What is a Alcohol-Free Lager?

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