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Lentekriebels

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A traditional bottom-fermented spring bock with a lightly sweet, malty taste, medium body and a sparkling, lightly fruity finish. The name Lentekriebels stands for the cheer and new energy that spring brings. At 6.5 %, this seasonal bock comes from Naeckte Brouwers in Amstelveen.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
golden8
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltyfruitycaramel
malty
fruity
caramel
Aroma
The nose leads with soft, grainy Malz character underscored by delicate floral notes from noble hops.
not found:hoppy,roasted,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Lentekriebels

◎ Appearance

Lentekriebels presents a bright, pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass walls. Carbonation is visibly lively, with a steady stream of fine bubbles rising through the clear body. The overall impression is clean and inviting, characteristic of a well-crafted bottom-fermented spring bock.

pale goldenclearfine head retentionbrisk carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with soft, grainy Malz character underscored by delicate floral notes from noble hops. A subtle sweetness emerges beneath, hinting at gentle caramel and biscuit undertones without any harshness. Light fruity esters add a whisper of orchard fruit, inviting and approachable rather than assertive.

grainy maltnoble hop floralssoft sweetnesssubtle caramel

◐ Taste

The palate enters with a malty sweetness and medium body that feels smooth and well-rounded. Mid-palate develops a gentle caramel richness balanced by restrained Edelhopfen bitterness that frames rather than dominates. The finish integrates these elements into a crisp, lightly fruity conclusion that feels refreshing and drinkable, with no rough edges or excessive alcohol warmth.

malty sweetnessmedium bodycaramel richnessbalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and moderately persistent, fading with lingering malt sweetness and a hint of orchard fruit. A gentle crispness carries through, encouraging another sip without any cloying residue.

clean fademalt echolight fruit aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
75
Serve at 12–16°C

Serve at 12–16°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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What is a Maibock?

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

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