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4-Granen Bok

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A bock with roasted and fruity tones; the burnt bitterness recalls dark chocolate mixed with red fruit. Roasted rye malt joins the Haarlem trio of barley, oats and wheat, which Jopen says combines German and Haarlem tradition. An autumn seasonal at 6.5% ABV, with a bitterness stated as 30 EBU. Top-fermented, served at 7 °C.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter30 IBU
Roasted bitterness
SRM
deep amber15
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
roastedfruitychocolate
roasted
fruity
chocolate
malty
dark fruit
wheat
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced roasted grain and dark chocolate, layered beneath ripe red fruit notes—plum and cherry—that emerge as the beer warms.
also:caramel
not found:hoppy,bready,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for 4-Granen Bok

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to brown, with a color clarity reflecting the roasted rye and dark malts in the grist. A dense, persistent head forms with good retention and fine lacing, while moderate carbonation sustains an inviting visual structure throughout service.

deep amber-browndense headfine lacingwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced roasted grain and dark chocolate, layered beneath ripe red fruit notes—plum and cherry—that emerge as the beer warms. A subtle wheaten softness supports the darker roasted character without dominating, and the top-fermented yeast adds an earthy, slightly spiced undertone.

roasted graindark chocolatered fruitearthy yeast

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and malty, with immediate roasted and chocolate notes building quickly on the palate. Mid-palate brings dark fruit—currant and dried cherry—while a burnt, astringent bitterness develops steadily, recalling cocoa solids and toasted grain. At 30 IBU, the bitterness is firm and integrated rather than sharp, finishing with a dry, slightly warming character that reflects the 6.5% ABV.

smooth malt entrydark chocolatedark fruitburnt astringencydry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is moderately long and dry, with lingering roasted notes and a subtle cocoa bitterness that persists into the aftertaste. A gentle warmth from the alcohol remains without becoming prominent.

dry and lingeringroasted aftertastegentle warmth
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
80
Appearance
78
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

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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.

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