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Mühlen Freibier

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🌍 Germany · Alcohol-Free Pale Ale · One of 26 Alcohol-Free Pale Ales in hopIQ

Mühlen Freibier is a naturally cloudy, unfiltered alcohol-free beer with less than 0.5 % alcohol, brewed from barley and wheat malt at an original gravity of 7.6 °P. It pours a hazy golden yellow. The aroma is fresh and fruity, led by a fine citrus note, with a lightly bready malt base underneath. Lively carbonation and the yeast left in suspension give it a full, rounded body, and the finish stays balanced and soft. It has been on sale since April 2022.

ABV
0.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
golden8
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Lean body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Firm bitter edge.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

A slender build that lets the other elements come through cleanly.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Alcohol-Free Pale Ale.
No character signal.

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Mühlen Freibier

◎ Appearance

Mühlen Freibier presents a hazy golden-yellow colour, characteristic of its naturally cloudy, unfiltered format. Fine suspended yeast particles create a soft, diffuse appearance rather than brilliant clarity. Lively carbonation generates a modest, persistent head with good retention.

golden-yellownaturally hazyfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with fresh, inviting citrus notes that sit atop a lightly bready malt foundation. The yeast in suspension contributes to an overall fruity character without dominating. The aromatic profile remains delicate and approachable, free of any harsh or oxidative notes.

fresh citrusbready maltfruity yeastsoft florals

◐ Taste

Entry is clean and slightly sweet, with the malt providing a soft, rounded body despite the low alcohol content. Mid-palate delivers gentle fruit character balanced by 40 IBUs of restrained bittering. The suspended yeast enhances perceived fullness, preventing any thin or watery character.

soft malt sweetnessrestrained bitternessfull body for stylebalanced

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and soft, with no harsh drying or lingering astringency. Subtle citrus notes fade gradually into a neutral, pleasant aftertaste.

soft finishclean decay
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
77
Taste
76
Appearance
78
Finish
74
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Mühlen Freibier

Serve at 7–10°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–10°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Mühlen Freibier

About Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Alcohol-Free Pale Ale?

Pale Ales balance malt sweetness with moderate hop character at 4.5–6% ABV and IBU 20–40. Approachable with floral, citrus or earthy notes over a biscuit malt base.

Finding a similar Alcohol-Free Pale Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same flavor character as Mühlen Freibier will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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