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Kaiser Winterquell

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🌍 Austria · Bock · One of 55 Bocks in hopIQ

Kaiser Winterquell is the winter bock from Hofbräu Kaltenhausen and was one of the first two Kaiser beers brewed there when production returned in 2024. The pale, unfiltered bock is brewed from barley malt to 16.3 °P. It pours golden yellow. The nose brings sweet grain and a hint of fresh bread; on the palate delicate malt and honey notes are balanced by a light-footed hop bitterness.

ABV
7.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
deep amber15
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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
Full body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Gently sweet notes.
drysweet
Bitterness
Soft bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Somewhat creamy mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

The weight carries the beer on its own, leaving the aromatics free to lead.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Bock.
Hop character
hoppy
Malt character
malty
honey
bready
caramel
Distinctive notes
smooth drinking

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Kaiser Winterquell

Appearance

Kaiser Winterquell presents a radiant golden-yellow hue, characteristic of a pale bock. The unfiltered character brings a subtle haze that catches the light, while the dense white head displays confident retention and fine lacework against the glass. Carbonation appears well-integrated, supporting a creamy visual presentation.

golden-yellowunfiltered, hazydense headfine lacing

Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced sweet grain notes and the earthy, yeasty character of fresh bread dough. Behind these rounded malt tones sits a whisper of noble hop spice that adds complexity without dominating. The overall impression is warm and inviting, with no harsh or solvent-like edges.

sweet grainfresh breadnoble hop spiceclean

Taste

The palate entry is full and smooth, with delicate malt sweetness and honeyed notes taking the lead. A light-footed hop bitterness builds gradually through the mid-palate, bringing structure and preventing the beer from becoming cloying. The malt foundation remains the anchor throughout, with hints of subtle caramel rounding out the flavor.

malty sweetnesshoneylight hop bitternessfull-bodiedsmooth

Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with residual malt sweetness fading into gentle hop bitterness. A slight warmth from the 7.2% ABV lingers pleasantly without becoming harsh or overly boozy.

clean, moderate finishgentle warmth
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
Appearance
77
Finish
76
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Kaiser Winterquell

Serve at 9–12°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

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

Food Pairing

What to eat with Kaiser Winterquell

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

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same malty, sweet, honey character as Kaiser Winterquell will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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