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Fine citrus notes round off this full-bodied, harmonious Helles, sunny yellow beneath a white head. Water, barley malt and hops make up the recipe, with 11.5% original gravity delivering 4.8% ABV. It comes from Saxony's oldest private brewery in Meißen, whose brewhouse is documented since 1460, and is recommended at 7–8 °C, in bottles and from the keg.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop 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
citrusymaltyclean
citrusy
malty
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with delicate citrus notes that define the beer's aromatic character.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Urhell

◎ Appearance

Urhell presents a sunny yellow hue with excellent clarity and a bright white head that clings persistently to the glass. The carbonation is lively, with fine bubbles rising steadily. The beer's visual character is clean and inviting, offering a classic Helles appearance.

sunny yellowwhite head lacingbright clarityfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with delicate citrus notes that define the beer's aromatic character. Beneath these sits a soft, grainy maltiness that provides balance without heaviness. Noble hop character adds a subtle herbal undertone, creating a harmonious and restrained bouquet typical of the Helles tradition.

citrus notesgrainy maltnoble hopsrestrained and balanced

◐ Taste

The palate is full-bodied and smooth, with a malty foundation that carries bready, grain-forward flavors. Citrus impressions emerge mid-palate, lending refreshment and crispness. Bitterness is gentle at 18 IBU, allowing the interplay of malt sweetness and hop character to shine without sharp edges.

full-bodied maltbready graingentle citrussoft bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with lingering malt and a whisper of citrus fade. The aftertaste remains smooth and refreshing, inviting another sip.

clean finishmalty aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
76
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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