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Karmeliten Pils

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Citrus-like aroma notes from Hallertau aroma hops lead, and the hops stay front and centre on a lean body, with a bitterness that only unfolds fully in the aftertaste. Straw-yellow and brilliantly clear under a stable, fine-pored head, 4.9% ABV from 11.5% Stammwürze. It is served in the brewery's own Pilstulpe glass, shaped to amplify the citrus notes.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
citrusyhoppynoble hop
citrusy
hoppy
noble hop
clean
malty
Aroma
Hallertau aroma hops dominate the nose with pronounced citrus character—lemon peel and light grapefruit notes lead the way.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Karmeliten Pils

◎ Appearance

Straw-yellow and brilliantly clear, with excellent transparency that allows the pale color to shine through. The head is stable and fine-pored, built with enough integrity to support persistent lacing down the glass. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, characteristic of a properly conditioned Pilsner.

straw-yellowbrilliantly clearfine-pored headstable lacing

◌ Aroma

Hallertau aroma hops dominate the nose with pronounced citrus character—lemon peel and light grapefruit notes lead the way. Noble hop complexity unfolds beneath, bringing subtle herbal and spicy undertones without any vegetal harshness. The malt base remains restrained, allowing the hop profile to remain in full focus.

citrus-forwardnoble hopslemon peelherbal spice

◐ Taste

The palate opens lean and crisp, with Hallertau hop character asserting itself across the mid-palate in a clean, citrus-tinged expression. A light malty sweetness provides ballast but never overwhelms; the beer remains resolutely hop-driven. Bitterness builds gradually, remaining restrained on entry before unfolding fully into the finish.

lean bodycitrus-drivencrispbuilding bitterness

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is where the bitterness fully declares itself, with noble hop bite extending into a long, dry conclusion. The finish remains clean and refreshing, with no lingering sweetness or rough edges.

dry finishhop-bitterlong aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
88
Finish
80
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C for maximum crispness. A pilsner served too warm loses its defining snap.

Pilsner glass

The tall, narrow pilsner glass preserves carbonation and showcases the golden clarity that defines the style.

Drink fresh and cold. Pilsners do not improve with age — within 3 months of packaging is ideal.

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About German Pilsner

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What is a German Pilsner?

Pilsners are crisp golden lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 25–45. Defined by spicy, floral Saaz hops over a light malt backbone — bright carbonation and a dry bitter finish.

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