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Dortmunder Kronen Export

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Pleasantly malty and full-bodied, with mild hopping: this bottom-fermented export runs at 5.3 % ABV and 12.2 % original gravity and is brewed from water, barley malt, hops and hop extract. The brewery presents it as the first Dortmund export beer. In 1913 the brewery bought a maltings right at the Düsseldorf harbour to cover its malt demand.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
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
maltycleannoble hop
malty
clean
noble hop
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with soft, grainy malt character alongside subtle bread and cereal notes.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Dortmunder Kronen Export

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with bright clarity and lively carbonation. A dense, creamy head forms readily and clings to the glass with persistent lacing. The beer presents with the characteristic brilliance of a well-crafted bottom-fermented lager.

pale goldbright claritydense headpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with soft, grainy malt character alongside subtle bread and cereal notes. Noble hops contribute a gentle herbal and slightly floral undertone without aggression. Clean fermentation contributes a neutral, refreshing background that allows the malt and hop character to emerge clearly.

grainy maltbread notesnoble hopclean fermentation

◐ Taste

The palate enters full-bodied and malty, with soft bread and biscuit flavors building through the mid-palate. Noble hop bitterness sits at a measured 25 IBU, providing balance without dominating the malt sweetness. The overall impression is smooth and well-rounded, with crisp edges that prevent the beer from feeling heavy.

full-bodiedmaltybalanced bitternesssmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with lingering malt sweetness and a gentle hop fade. A refreshing, light dryness persists on the palate without harshness.

clean finishmalt lingeringrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
80
Appearance
82
Finish
76
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 Dortmunder Export

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What is a Dortmunder Export?

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