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Ketterer Gold Export

Privatbrauerei Wilhelm Ketterer
Germany·Export
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Malty and finely spicy, with grainy tones and caramel: that is the export beer the brewery has counted as its classic since 1888. It ferments in open vats and matures in peace at just above 0 °C. Pilsner malt from Enzkreis barley meets Munich malt, hopped with Spalter Select, Hallertauer Herkules and Hallertauer Tradition. 5.3% ABV, 12.4% original gravity, ideally served at 7–8 °C.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter20 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltycaramelnoble hop
malty
caramel
noble hop
spicy
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with a clean, grainy maltiness underscored by soft noble-hop spice.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Ketterer Gold Export

◎ Appearance

Ketterer Gold Export presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass with delicate lacing. The carbonation is moderate and even, with a steady stream of fine bubbles rising through the body. The overall impression is bright and inviting, befitting a classic export lager.

pale goldenbright clarityfine white headmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with a clean, grainy maltiness underscored by soft noble-hop spice. Munich malt contributes subtle caramel and bread notes, while the Hallertauer and Spalter Select hops add a refined herbal and slightly peppery character without aggressiveness. The overall aromatic profile is restrained and harmonious, with no yeast-derived esters or phenolics.

grainy Pilsner maltnoble-hop spicesoft caramelclean, refined

◐ Taste

The palate enters with a smooth, malty foundation that is neither cloying nor thin. Mid-palate reveals gentle caramel sweetness and a finely spicy, herbal bitterness from the noble-hop blend. The finish is crisp and moderately dry, with the bitterness lingering just long enough to provide balance without overwhelming the malt character.

smooth, malty entrycaramel sweetnessspicy hop finishclean dryness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing, with lingering noble-hop bitterness that gradually fades. A subtle bread-grain note persists on the palate, leaving a pleasant, dry aftertaste that invites another sip.

crisp, drylingering hop spicebready note
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
80
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°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 Export

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Export?

Export is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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