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Mahn & Ohlerich Pils

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Rostock's M&O is a pilsner with real bones — brewed continuously since 1878, lost to history from 1945 to 2011, now revived. Mild-hopped with 100% aroma varieties, it pours pale gold and drinks clean and crisp, with a whisper of citrus and mineral water underneath. Light, refreshing, and honest — the kind of beer that tastes like it knows exactly what it is.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleanmineralhoppy
clean
mineral
hoppy
citrusy
malty
Aroma
Subtle and refined aromatics showcase 100% noble hop character with floral and herbal notes that are pleasantly restrained rather than aggressive.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Mahn & Ohlerich Pils

◎ Appearance

A brilliant pale golden color with excellent clarity and bright luminosity characteristic of a classic pilsner. The head is white and persistent, settling into a delicate lacing that clings to the glass. Fine carbonation creates an inviting, effervescent presentation.

pale goldencrystal clearwhite headbright

◌ Aroma

Subtle and refined aromatics showcase 100% noble hop character with floral and herbal notes that are pleasantly restrained rather than aggressive. Soft bread and grain undertones provide a clean, cereal malt backbone without any yeast funk or adjunct notes. The nose is understated and elegant, true to the tradition of mild-hopped German pilsners.

floral hopsherbalbread grainclean

◐ Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing with a soft malt sweetness and gentle bread character that defines the entry. The mid-palate maintains excellent balance with subtle noble hop bitterness (20 IBU) that complements rather than dominates, while a dry, smooth finish emerges without astringency. This is an exceptionally clean, grain-forward pilsner with restrained bitterness.

crisp maltmild bitternessbread notesdry

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and clean, with the subtle hop bitterness fading gracefully into a smooth aftertaste. No harshness or lingering harshness—just a pleasant, refreshing conclusion inviting another sip.

cleandrysmooth
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
80
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

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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

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