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Mainzer Dom Bräu

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A Spezial Hell with a slight herbal edge, a sweetish malt body at its centre and fruity hops that add freshness. The bottom-fermented beer comes in at 5.2% ABV and 25 IBU. Hüll Melon and Monroe hops sit alongside Pilsner and caramel malt. Kuehn Kunz Rosen brew it in Mainz as a beer for the summer beer garden.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter25 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitymaltyherbal
fruity
malty
herbal
caramel
clean
bready
Aroma
Clean, inviting nose dominated by fruity hop character and soft floral notes.
not found:hoppy,roasted,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Mainzer Dom Bräu

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright, luminous shine. A fine white head forms readily and clings to the glass with delicate lacing. Carbonation is visible and lively throughout the body.

pale goldcrystal clearfine white headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

Clean, inviting nose dominated by fruity hop character and soft floral notes. Beneath lies a sweet, biscuity malt foundation with hints of caramel undertone. A subtle herbal edge emerges on closer inspection, adding complexity without aggression.

fruity hopsherbal notesbiscuit maltsweet caramel

◐ Taste

Soft, slightly sweet malt backbone frames the entry, with Pilsner and caramel malt creating a gentle, approachable character. Mid-palate brings forward the fruity hop profile from Hüll Melon and Monroe, refreshing the palate with restrained bitterness. The finish remains clean and crisp, never harsh or overstated.

sweet malt bodyfruity-herbal hopsbalanced bitternesssmooth palate

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is refreshing and dry, with lingering fruity and herbal notes fading into a clean, slightly crisp conclusion. A summer-garden beer that invites another sip.

dry finishherbal faderefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
76
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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