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Geitenbreier

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Caramel, roasted malt and spicy rye shape this full-bodied bock, with Tango hops adding a subtle bitterness at 6.5% ABV. Geitenbreier is the seasonal bock of Moersleutel: it comes back every autumn, brewed for cold evenings and long conversations with friends, and the brewery pairs it with a hearty meal or a fire.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
deep amber15
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelroastedmalty
caramel
roasted
malty
spicy
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced caramel sweetness backed by roasted malt notes that suggest bread crust and subtle cocoa undertones.
not found:hoppy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Geitenbreier

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to copper-brown, typical of the Bock style and reflecting the roasted malt character. The beer presents good clarity with a dense, creamy head that exhibits strong lacing. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a refined visual presentation.

deep ambercreamy headgood lacingmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced caramel sweetness backed by roasted malt notes that suggest bread crust and subtle cocoa undertones. Spicy rye character emerges alongside Tango hops, contributing a gentle herbal and slightly peppery quality without overshadowing the malt foundation.

caramel sweetnessroasted maltspicy ryeherbal hops

◐ Taste

Full-bodied and smooth on entry, with rich caramel flavors and roasted malt complexity developing across the palate. The spicy rye character and subtle hop bitterness provide balance without harshness, while a warming alcohol presence at 6.5% ABV rounds out the mid-palate impression.

full-bodiedcaramel-drivenbalanced bitternesswarming alcohol

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and moderately long, with lingering roasted malt and a gentle spice fade. A soft bitterness persists without being intrusive, leaving a satisfying impression suited to contemplative evenings.

dry finishroasted malt fadelingering spice
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
81
Finish
79
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 9–12°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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Food Pairing

What to eat with Geitenbreier

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About Bock

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Bock?

Bocks are strong German lagers with 6.5–7.5% ABV. Rich malt sweetness — toast, chocolate, caramel — with low bitterness and a warming finish.

Finding a similar Bock

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