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Opperbacco's German-tradition Pilsner — 100% in-house Pils malt, hopped with Saaz, Tettnanger and Saphir noble varieties. Initial honey notes give way to a dry finish with a balanced, restrained bitterness. Brewery-published 30 IBU.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter30 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
noble hopcleanhoney
noble hop
clean
honey
malty
bready
Aroma
The nose opens with subtle honey and floral notes before the noble hops—Saaz, Tettnanger, and Saphir—reveal themselves with restrained elegance.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for SLIP

◎ Appearance

SLIP presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that clings to the glass in a delicate lace pattern. The carbonation is crisp and visible, creating a lively visual presence that reflects the beer's brisk character.

pale goldencrystal clearfine lacingbright carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with subtle honey and floral notes before the noble hops—Saaz, Tettnanger, and Saphir—reveal themselves with restrained elegance. A gentle malty base supports the hop profile without overwhelming it, creating an inviting and balanced aromatic experience.

noble hop floralshoney sweetnessclean maltcomposed

◐ Taste

The palate enters crisp and refreshing, with the malt providing a soft, bready foundation that develops early. The noble hops deliver a refined bitterness—measured at 30 IBU—that integrates seamlessly rather than asserting dominance, while the initial honey character gradually yields to a bone-dry finish.

bready maltbalanced bitternessdry developmentrefined hops

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and persistent, with the bitterness lingering gently on the palate without harshness. A crisp, drying aftertaste leaves the mouth refreshed and invites another sip.

dry aftertastelingering hop bite
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
83
Taste
82
Appearance
84
Finish
80
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C for maximum crispness. A pilsner served too warm loses its defining snap.

Pilsner glass

The tall, narrow pilsner glass preserves carbonation and showcases the golden clarity that defines the style.

Drink fresh and cold. Pilsners do not improve with age — within 3 months of packaging is ideal.

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About German Pilsner

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a German Pilsner?

Pilsners are crisp golden lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 25–45. Defined by spicy, floral Saaz hops over a light malt backbone — bright carbonation and a dry bitter finish.

Finding a similar German Pilsner

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