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Imperial is billed by the brewery as an export twelve-degree beer with a full taste. It is a light-coloured beer brewed from barley malts, hops and hop extract, with an original gravity of 11.7 degrees.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter28 IBU
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltyhoppyclean
malty
hoppy
clean
noble hop
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with soft, grainy malt character—barley and bread-like notes emerge prominently.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Imperial

◎ Appearance

Imperial presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright luminosity. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass with fine, persistent lacing. Carbonation appears lively and well-integrated, lending visual vibrancy throughout.

pale goldencrystal clearfine white head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with soft, grainy malt character—barley and bread-like notes emerge prominently. Noble hops contribute a restrained, floral and herbal backdrop with subtle spice undertones. The overall impression is balanced and inviting, free from aggressive or dominating elements.

grainy Malznoble hops, delicatebread and cereal

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a malty sweetness and clean grain foundation, immediately crisp and smooth-drinking. Mid-palate reveals layered noble-hop bitterness—measured and refined—alongside subtle bread and biscuit notes. The finish remains dry and composed, with no rough edges or astringency.

malt-forwardnoble-hop bitternesscrisp and clean

◑ Finish

The finish is of moderate length, drying cleanly without lingering harshness. A faint bready sweetness retreats gracefully, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip.

dry exitfood-friendly
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
80
Appearance
82
Finish
75
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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