hopIQ
ENDE
Build your DNASign in

Detmolder Chardonnay Hopfen

Tap to rate

Wine-fruity aromas of Chardonnay hops meet mango, caramel, toffee, a little honey and yeast; orange zest follows on the first sip. Finely integrated carbonation gives the body volume and a mousse-like feel, slightly creamy on the palate, and the dry finish leaves a complex spectrum of aromas. Dark copper under a dense, compact head. A doppelbock with 7.5 % ABV at 18 °P.

ABV
7.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter31 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
amber14
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruitycaramelorange
fruity
caramel
orange
tropical
yeasty
honey
Aroma
Wine-forward aromatics from Chardonnay hops lead the nose, intertwined with distinctive tropical fruit character—mango predominates.
also:malty
not found:hoppy,roasted,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Detmolder Chardonnay Hopfen

◎ Appearance

Dark copper hue with excellent clarity and a dense, compact head that adheres well to the glass. The finely integrated carbonation creates a persistent mousse-like quality, giving the beer visual volume and presence.

dark copperdense headfine carbonationpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

Wine-forward aromatics from Chardonnay hops lead the nose, intertwined with distinctive tropical fruit character—mango predominates. Supporting notes of caramel, toffee, honey, and a subtle yeast-derived complexity create a layered, multifaceted bouquet.

wine-fruitytropical mangocaramel, toffeehoney, yeasty

◐ Taste

The palate opens with orange zest brightness, transitioning smoothly into caramel and toffee sweetness balanced against restrained bittering from the noble hops. Creamy texture and full body carry the fruit-forward character through the mid-palate without heaviness, while the dry profile prevents cloying.

fruity, tropicalorange zestcreamy, full-bodiedbalanced, dry

◑ Finish

A dry, persistent finish reveals the beer's complex aromatic range—fruit, caramel, and subtle malt notes linger without sharpness. The aftertaste remains clean and composed.

dry finishcomplexlingering fruit
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
84
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 9–12°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.

+ Sign in to add your tasting note

Food Pairing

What to eat with Detmolder Chardonnay Hopfen

More from Privat-Brauerei Strate

Detmolder Amber Ale
Detmolder Amber Ale
Amber Ale
5%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Detmolder Bourbon Chardonnay
Detmolder Bourbon Chardonnay
Doppelbock
7.5%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Detmolder Festbier
Detmolder Festbier
Märzen
5%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Detmolder Herb
Detmolder Herb
German Pilsner
4.8%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Detmolder Honig Bock
Detmolder Kellerbier
Detmolder Kellerbier
Kellerbier
4.8%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Detmolder Landbier
Detmolder Landbier
Landbier
4.8%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →
Detmolder Pilsener
Detmolder Pilsener
German Pilsner
4.8%·Noticeably bitter
Find matches →

About Doppelbock

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Doppelbock?

Bocks are strong German lagers with 6.5–7.5% ABV. Rich malt sweetness — toast, chocolate, caramel — with low bitterness and a warming finish.

Finding a similar Doppelbock

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same fruity, caramel, orange character as Detmolder Chardonnay Hopfen will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

Compare with another beer →Explore all Doppelbock beers in hopIQ →Browse Germany beers →