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Honolulu Beerworks Vienna Lager

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A Vienna lager with a malty character and a faint saltiness. 5.6% ABV. It comes from Honolulu Beerworks, whose taproom at 1632 Hart Street in Kalihi pairs a high-ceilinged bar in the brewery's blue and white with seating that looks out over the new brewing equipment. The brewery opened in Kaka‘ako in 2014 and runs an experimental barrel-aging program.

ABV
5.6%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
amber11
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltysaltytoasty
malty
salty
toasty
clean
caramel
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with toasted malt character, revealing notes of biscuit and subtle caramel sweetness beneath.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Honolulu Beerworks Vienna Lager

◎ Appearance

Medium amber hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that adheres evenly to the glass walls. Carbonation is brisk and even, supporting steady foam retention throughout the tasting. The beer presents as bright and well-composed, with golden-bronze reflections in strong light.

medium amberclearpersistent headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with toasted malt character, revealing notes of biscuit and subtle caramel sweetness beneath. A faint saline minerality adds complexity without obscuring the clean, straightforward malt foundation. Noble hop character is restrained but present, contributing gentle floral undertones that support rather than dominate.

toasted maltbiscuitmineral saltinessrestrained hops

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and malt-forward, with bready, caramel notes settling onto the palate. Minerality emerges mid-palate as a defining textural element, balancing the malt sweetness without sharpness. Bitterness remains measured at 25 IBU, finishing clean and dry without harshness, allowing the toasted grain character to persist.

maltymineralbalanced bitternessclean finish

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length and crisp, with lingering biscuit and toast impressions. Aftertaste remains dry and refreshing, with subtle saline notes reinforcing the beer's drinkability.

crisptoasted grain lingering
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 7–9°C

Serve at 7–9°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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About Vienna Lager

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What is a Vienna Lager?

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