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Meckatzer Hell Alkoholfrei

Meckatzer
Germany·Alcohol-Free Lager
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The alcohol-free version of the brewery's Helles. It is brewed as a regular beer and then dealcoholised gently, at low pressure and low temperature, to keep the character of the original. The result is bright and pale with fine-pored foam, round and mild, with a light spiciness, a fresh impression and a soft hop note. Bitterness is low at 11 units; the alcohol content is below 0.5 %.

ABV
0.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
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
spicycleannoble hop
spicy
clean
noble hop
bready
Aroma
The nose is delicate and restrained, offering a soft malt foundation without heaviness or sweetness.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Meckatzer Hell Alkoholfrei

◎ Appearance

Pale golden in color with bright clarity and excellent transparency. The beer presents a fine-pored, stable foam head with good retention and clean Schaumkleiden along the glass. Carbonation is visible and well-integrated, contributing to a crisp visual presence.

pale goldencrystal clearfine foam headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose is delicate and restrained, offering a soft malt foundation without heaviness or sweetness. Noble hop notes emerge gently, bringing a light spiciness and fresh herbal quality. The overall impression is clean and inviting, with no solvent or off-notes from the dealcoholization process.

soft maltnoble hopslight spicefresh, herbal

◐ Taste

The palate is round and mild, with a gentle malt sweetness that remains balanced rather than cloying. Light hop bitterness (11 IBU) provides definition without harshness, while a subtle spicy note adds complexity. The beer finishes dry and crisp, with a soft hop character that persists without fatigue.

round, mildsoft bitternesslight spicedry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately lingering, with the subtle hop character fading gradually. A light dryness remains on the palate, leaving a refreshing aftertaste without astringency.

clean finishrefreshingmoderate length
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
77
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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