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Peroni Gran Riserva Rossa

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A ruby-red lager in the Vienna style, brewed with Italian amber malt and a triple decoction, an old and laborious method in which three portions of wort are boiled and blended back together. A long, cold fermentation follows. The body is full, yet the beer stays easy to drink. Warm caramel and toasted malt dominate the nose, bread crust and a faint spice follow on the palate, and the finish is soft and gently fruity.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter22 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber11
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
carameltoastymalty
caramel
toasty
malty
bready
fruity
spicy
Aroma
The nose is dominated by warm caramel and toasted malt aromatics, a direct result of the triple decoction process employed in brewing.
also:clean
not found:hoppy,roasted,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Peroni Gran Riserva Rossa

◎ Appearance

Peroni Gran Riserva Rossa displays a striking ruby-red to amber hue, reflecting its use of Italian amber malt and traditional brewing methods. The beer presents excellent clarity with a fine, persistent head that suggests proper carbonation and quality ingredients. The color depth indicates a well-executed Vienna lager with visual appeal that promises rich malt character.

ruby-redclearpersistent headamber-tinted

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by warm caramel and toasted malt aromatics, a direct result of the triple decoction process employed in brewing. Supporting notes of bread crust and subtle spice emerge on closer inspection, creating a complex and inviting bouquet. The aromatic profile is clean and well-integrated, with no harsh or off-putting characteristics.

warm carameltoasted maltbread crustfaint spice

◐ Taste

The palate opens with full-bodied maltiness and caramel sweetness that is beautifully balanced by low bitterness (22 IBU), maintaining drinkability throughout. Bread and toasted grain flavors build in the mid-palate, complemented by a gentle fruity undertone and subtle spice that adds complexity without overwhelming. The beer drinks remarkably smooth despite its full body, demonstrating excellent malt balance and fermentation character.

full-bodiedcaramel-sweettoasted graingently fruity

◑ Finish

The finish is soft and gently fruity, with the lingering aftertaste reflecting the beer's malty foundation and restrained hop profile. A clean, smooth conclusion leaves the palate satisfied without any harsh or astringent notes, inviting another sip.

softcleangently fruitysmooth aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
83
Taste
84
Appearance
81
Finish
80
Serve at 7–9°C

Serve at 7–9°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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What is a Vienna Lager?

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