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Pau Hana Pilsner

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European Pilsner malt meets a spicy hop profile in this bright straw pilsner, with a soft noble hop aroma and a clean, crisp palate that ends on a slight cracker note. Pau Hana is a Hawaiian phrase meaning 'finished work'. The beer comes in at 5.2 % ABV and 30 IBU.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter30 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
noble hopcleanspicy hop
noble hop
clean
spicy hop
bready
hoppy
malty
Aroma
The nose leads with soft, elegant noble hop character—floral and herbal notes typical of the Pilsner tradition.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pau Hana Pilsner

◎ Appearance

Pau Hana presents a bright straw-yellow color with excellent clarity and fine carbonation. The white head forms readily and maintains good retention, leaving delicate lacing on the glass as the beer is consumed.

pale strawbrilliant clarityfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with soft, elegant noble hop character—floral and herbal notes typical of the Pilsner tradition. A subtle spicy dimension from the hop selection complements delicate Malz undertones, with no harsh or aggressive elements.

noble hop aromasoft floralspicy hop notesclean malt backdrop

◐ Taste

The palate opens clean and crisp, with a light bready quality that reflects the European Pilsner malt base. Spicy hop bitterness develops across the mid-palate at a moderate level, remaining balanced and refreshing without overpowering the delicate malt foundation.

crisp palatebready maltmoderate bitternessbalanced profile

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry, with a lingering cracker note that adds textural interest without astringency. Bitterness fades smoothly, leaving a refreshing, thirst-quenching aftertaste.

dry finishcracker noteclean aftertaste
79
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
76
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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