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Murnauer Hell

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Brauerei Karg is best known for Weißbier — but they also brew this: Murnauer Hell, a naturtrüb Bio-Helles at 4.9% with DE-ÖKO-060 certification. Malty character with a slight caramel edge, subtle citrus lift, and a bitter finish that runs firmer than typical for the style. A Bavarian pale lager with backbone.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold2
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltycleancaramel
malty
clean
caramel
citrusy
Aroma
The nose is clean and inviting, showcasing delicate malt aromas with subtle grain sweetness and a faint noble hop character.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Murnauer Hell

◎ Appearance

Karg Helles displays a brilliant pale golden color characteristic of the style, with excellent clarity and bright transparency. A fine white head forms with good retention, supported by crisp carbonation that creates a delicate bead throughout the glass.

pale goldencrystal clearfine white headbright

◌ Aroma

The nose is clean and inviting, showcasing delicate malt aromas with subtle grain sweetness and a faint noble hop character. A touch of fresh bread and subtle doughy notes emerge, with minimal yeast expression typical of this refined lager style.

clean maltsubtle grainbread notesrestrained hops

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a smooth, slightly sweet malt entry featuring light grainy flavors and a touch of honey-like sweetness. The mid-palate maintains excellent balance with creamy texture and gentle bitterness, leading to a crisp and refreshing finish without any harsh edges.

smooth maltbalanced sweetnesscreamy texturecrisp

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and dry with moderate length, fading gracefully to a subtle malty aftertaste. No lingering bitterness or off-flavors remain, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another sip.

cleandrymalty aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
81
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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