Original Schlüssel Summer Ale
A light pale ale poured on draught in summer, first served in the brewery's tent at the Rheinkirmes and since then also in the tap house. It is pale in the glass and hop-forward, with balanced citrus and fruit notes from Simcoe hops, which bring grapefruit and a resinous hint of pine; a restrained dry hopping lifts the aroma further. Light in body and fresh rather than bitter, it stands as the summer counterpart to the house Altbier.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Original Schlüssel Summer Ale
Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.
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What is a Pale Ale?
India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.
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