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Knoblach Zwickel

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🌍 Germany · Kellerbier · One of 77 Kellerbiers in hopIQ

Knoblach Zwickel is a traditional Bavarian Kellerbier, an unfiltered and unpasteurized lager that showcases the authentic character of the Franconian brewing tradition. This fresh, crisp beer is meant to be enjoyed young and direct from the cellar, offering a genuine taste of classic German brewing craftsmanship.

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags

clean
100%
crisp
100%
refreshing
60%
bready
60%
light
60%
malty
60%
mineral
30%
hoppy
30%
smooth
30%
yeasty
30%
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About Kellerbier

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What is a Kellerbier?

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Knoblach Zwickel

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°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.

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Knoblach Zwickel

Appearance

Knoblach Zwickel presents a pale golden hue with characteristic cloudiness from its unfiltered nature, revealing suspended yeast and grain particles. The head is soft and creamy, dissipating gradually to leave a delicate lacing on the glass. Carbonation is gentle and refined, typical of a traditional cellar lager meant for immediate consumption.

pale goldenhazysoft headunfiltered

Aroma

The nose is dominated by fresh, earthy grain aromas with prominent notes of bread and yeast characteristic of unpasteurized lagers. Subtle malty sweetness emerges beneath, complemented by a clean, slightly spicy yeast profile. There is minimal hop presence, allowing the malt and fermentation character to shine through authentically.

earthy grainfresh yeastbreadclean malt

Taste

The palate opens with a soft, full-bodied malt character that builds smoothly across the tongue, delivering notes of fresh bread and subtle grain sweetness. The mid-palate is crisp and refreshing with a dry finish that prevents any cloying sensation, while the yeasty undertones add complexity and authenticity. Bitterness is virtually absent, allowing the delicate balance of malt and fermentation to define the beer.

soft maltbread notescrispfull-bodied

Finish

The finish is clean and dry with a gentle fade, leaving behind subtle grain and earthy notes. A light, refreshing aftertaste lingers briefly, inviting another sip of this sessionable lager.

drycleangrain lingering
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
82
Appearance
78
Finish
80
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