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A smooth, easy-drinking Texas amber lager with a balanced malty flavor, where a hint of bitterness holds the malty sweetness in check and a distinct hop character shows through. It stays light in body and finishes crisp yet sweet and clean. Pale two-row, rice and dark malt meet Saaz and Hallertau Mittelfrüh at 4.9 % and 10 IBU, brewed exclusively in Texas as the state's twist on a German classic.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Mild10 IBU
SRM
amber12
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
noble hopmaltyhoppy
noble hop
malty
hoppy
clean
caramel
Aroma
The nose opens with restrained but distinct noble hop notes—Saaz and Hallertau Mittelfrüh express themselves as delicate, spicy floral hints without overwhelming intensity.
not found:juicy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for ZiegenBock

◎ Appearance

ZiegenBock presents a bright amber hue with excellent clarity and a pale golden undertone. The head forms quickly with fine, persistent bubbles that cling evenly to the glass, demonstrating good carbonation and foam retention typical of a well-crafted lager.

bright amberclearfine lacingcrisp carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with restrained but distinct noble hop notes—Saaz and Hallertau Mittelfrüh express themselves as delicate, spicy floral hints without overwhelming intensity. Soft malt backbone rounds out the aromatic profile, with a light sweetness from two-row barley that keeps the overall impression clean and inviting rather than aggressive.

Edelhopfen floralsoft maltspicydelicate

◐ Taste

Entry is smooth and light-bodied, allowing the balanced malt sweetness to come forward first. Mid-palate reveals a subtle caramel note from the dark malt blend, while the 10 IBU bitterness arrives gently to anchor the sweetness without dominating. The noble hops lend a refined, slightly herbal character that weaves through without harsh edges.

smooth palatebalanced sweetnessmalt-forwardnoble hop character

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and clean, with the malt sweetness fading to a whisper while a dry, refreshing quality emerges. Noble hop bitterness lingers briefly, leaving the mouth feeling quenched and ready for the next sip.

crispdry finishrefreshing aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
80
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°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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