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Pfungstädter Export Classic

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Pfungstädter has been brewing in Hessen since 1846, and the Export Classic carries that heritage as a proper Dortmunder — fuller and rounder than a Pils, leaner than a Munich Helles. Golden and malty with a soft mineral backbone, honey notes and just enough crisp carbonation to keep it from feeling heavy. It's the kind of beer that tastes better the longer you sit with it.

ABV
5.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
golden6
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltycleanhoney
malty
clean
honey
bready
mineral
caramel
Aroma
The nose leads with soft, grainy Malz character balanced by delicate honey notes that emerge as it warms.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pfungstädter Export Classic

◎ Appearance

A bright, clear golden hue with excellent transparency, characteristic of the Dortmunder style. A creamy, persistent white head forms quickly and clings to the glass with visible lacing. Fine carbonation provides gentle animation without aggression.

bright goldenclearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with soft, grainy Malz character balanced by delicate honey notes that emerge as it warms. A light mineral undertone and subtle noble hop spice frame the malt profile without dominating. Clean and straightforward, inviting further exploration.

grainy Malzhoneymineralnoble hop spice

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a smooth, full-bodied malt foundation—bready and slightly caramel-touched without sweetness. A gentle mineral spine runs through the mid-palate, supported by restrained bitterness that keeps the beer lean and balanced. The finish is clean and crisp, allowing the underlying malt character to resolve naturally.

smooth maltbreadymineral backbonebalanced bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is medium in length, with a gentle minerality and faint caramel echo lingering briefly. A light, refreshing crisp note concludes the experience without harshness.

medium lengthcrisp aftertasteclean resolution
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°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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About Dortmunder Export

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What is a Dortmunder Export?

Dortmunder Export is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Dortmunder Export

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