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Lervig Pilsner

Lervig Aktiebryggeri
Norway·German Pilsner
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A premium Norwegian pilsner brewed with German Pilsner and Munich malts, German hops and fresh lager yeast. Carefully lagered for a clean, crisp, refreshing finish. Lervig's everyday beer done exceptionally well.

ABV
4.7%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
pale gold2
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleanhoppymalty
clean
hoppy
malty
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with clean, floral German hop character complemented by subtle citrus notes and a gentle grain foundation.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Lervig Pilsner

◎ Appearance

Lervig Pilsner displays a bright, pale golden hue characteristic of the style, with excellent clarity and a crisp white head. The carbonation is well-integrated, providing a refined effervescence that supports a thin but persistent head.

pale goldenbrilliant claritywhite headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with clean, floral German hop character complemented by subtle citrus notes and a gentle grain foundation. Munich and Pilsner malts contribute delicate bread-like aromatics without overwhelming the hop expression, creating a balanced and inviting bouquet.

floral hopsgrainbreadcitrus

◐ Taste

The palate is crisp and refreshing with a light, malty body that builds subtly from entry to mid-palate. The bittering is restrained at 28 IBU, allowing clean, grain-driven flavors to shine while maintaining excellent balance. A smooth, dry character carries through without any harsh edges.

crispcleanmaltydry

◑ Finish

The finish is exceptionally clean and refreshing, with lingering dryness that encourages another sip. This is a beer designed for drinkability, with minimal aftertaste complexity but excellent crispness.

cleandryrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
84
Appearance
85
Finish
83
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C for maximum crispness. A pilsner served too warm loses its defining snap.

Pilsner glass

The tall, narrow pilsner glass preserves carbonation and showcases the golden clarity that defines the style.

Drink fresh and cold. Pilsners do not improve with age — within 3 months of packaging is ideal.

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About German Pilsner

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a German Pilsner?

Pilsners are crisp golden lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 25–45. Defined by spicy, floral Saaz hops over a light malt backbone — bright carbonation and a dry bitter finish.

Finding a similar German Pilsner

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same clean, crisp, hoppy character as Lervig Pilsner will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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