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Forårsbuk

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A full-bodied bock, mildly hopped so that the malt profile steps forward. Buck hunting holds a special place in most hunters' hearts, whether they dream of the first six-pointer or just something good for the freezer. The beer is made from water, barley malt, cane sugar, hops and yeast.

ABV
6.7%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
deep amber15
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltycaramel
malty
caramel
Aroma
The nose leads with warm, toasted malt character accented by caramel and subtle notes of bread crust.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Forårsbuk

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to copper-brown, characteristic of the Bock style, with good clarity and a persistent, creamy head that clings to the glass walls. The color suggests generous use of kilned malts, while the foam shows fine retention and moderate carbonation suited to a full-bodied lager.

deep ambercreamy headpersistent lacingclear body

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with warm, toasted malt character accented by caramel and subtle notes of bread crust. Noble hop varieties contribute a delicate herbal undertone that frames rather than dominates. Light alcohol warmth emerges on extended nosing without harshness.

toasted maltcaramel sweetnessherbal spicebread crust

◐ Taste

The palate opens full-bodied and smooth, with malt-forward sweetness balanced by restrained bitterness (25 IBU) that arrives mid-palate without assertiveness. Caramel and bread notes develop through the middle, while the cane sugar adjunct contributes subtle sweetness that keeps the beer approachable. The alcohol warmth is present but well-integrated.

malty sweetnesssoft bitternesscaramelsmooth texture

◑ Finish

Medium-length, dry-leaning finish with lingering malt character and a touch of residual caramel. The aftertaste is warm rather than hot, leaving a gentle sweetness that invites another sip.

malt persistencedry lingeringwarm close
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
80
Finish
76
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 9–12°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

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

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About Bock

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Bock?

Bocks are strong German lagers with 6.5–7.5% ABV. Rich malt sweetness — toast, chocolate, caramel — with low bitterness and a warming finish.

Finding a similar Bock

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