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Herman's Festbier

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Bready and toasty, this lager lets Hallertau Mittelfruh hops bring out that classic Oktoberfest flavor, and the aromas of Bavaria rise from the stein. It runs at 6.2 % ABV and 15 IBU. Two-row barley malt meets imported German Pilsner, Vienna and Munich malts. A Pilot Program graduate, it is brewed for the brewery's annual Oktoberfest.

ABV
6.2%
Bitterness
Mild15 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber9
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
toastybreadynoble hop
toasty
bready
noble hop
malty
clean
floral
Aroma
The nose leads with warm toasted grain and soft bread crust, characteristic of the Vienna and Munich malt blend.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Herman's Festbier

◎ Appearance

Herman's Festbier presents a bright golden hue with excellent clarity and a dense, persistent head that displays strong lacing as the glass empties. The carbonation is brisk and visible, with fine bubbles rising steadily through the body. The overall impression is one of classic Bavarian lager clarity and presence.

bright goldenexcellent head retentioncrisp carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with warm toasted grain and soft bread crust, characteristic of the Vienna and Munich malt blend. Hallertau Mittelfrüh hops contribute a refined, spicy-floral layer with subtle herbal undertones that evoke traditional Oktoberfest character. The overall aromatic profile is clean and balanced, with no harsh edges or excess yeast presence.

toasted maltnoble hopsbread crustspicy-floral

◐ Taste

On the palate, bready malt sweetness dominates the entry, supported by a soft Vienna and Munich malt foundation that delivers a gentle, round mouthfeel. The mid-palate maintains the toasty character while Hallertau hops provide restrained bittering and a delicate herbal finish. At 15 IBU, the hop bitterness is barely perceptible, allowing the malt to remain the primary focus throughout.

bready sweetnesssmooth maltrestrained bitternessclean finish

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and clean, with lingering toasted grain notes fading gently without any harsh aftertaste. Carbonation carries the sensation through, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for another sip.

drylingering grainrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
74
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 Festbier

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