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A crisp and refreshing 4.8% Pilsner hopped with the German hop Mandarina Bavaria, which brings mandarin and orange aromas over a light malt note. It is one of the brewery's core beers, and the brewery says it writes itself. In 2025 the keg version won Bronze in Keg Premium Lager at the SIBA Indie Beer Awards, South East round.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession

AWARDS

Bronze · 2025
SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, South East)
Keg Premium Lager (4.5% to 6.4%)
★Bronze — SIBA Indie Beer Awards (regional, South East) (Keg Premium Lager (4.5% to 6.4%))
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
orangecitrusynoble hop
orange
citrusy
noble hop
malty
clean
hoppy
Aroma
The nose is dominated by bright mandarin and orange notes from the Mandarina Bavaria hop, lending a citrus-forward character that immediately signals freshness.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Gulp!

◎ Appearance

Gulp! presents a pale golden hue characteristic of a well-crafted German Pilsner. The beer is brilliantly clear with excellent transparency, topped by a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass as you drink, leaving delicate lacing. Carbonation is lively and well-integrated, supporting the crisp visual presentation.

pale goldenbrilliantly clearfine white headclean carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by bright mandarin and orange notes from the Mandarina Bavaria hop, lending a citrus-forward character that immediately signals freshness. Beneath the fruit aromatics, a subtle noble-hop spiciness and clean malt foundation emerge, creating a balanced and inviting bouquet. There is no yeast-driven character; the overall impression is crisp and straightforward.

mandarin, orange zestnoble-hop spicelight malt baseclean, direct

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and clean, with the citrus character from the Mandarina Bavaria hop following through on the palate. Mid-palate remains light and refreshing, allowing the delicate malt sweetness to provide body without heaviness. Bitterness is moderate and well-mannered, finishing dry without any harsh edge, making the beer exceptionally drinkable.

crisp citrus entrylight, refreshing bodymoderate bitternessdry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively short, with lingering citrus notes and a gentle hop bitterness that fades gracefully. No astringency or residual sweetness remains, leaving the palate prepared for the next sip.

clean, drylingering citruswell-balanced fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
81
Appearance
85
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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