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Detmolder Pilsener

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Fine herbal, spicy aromas of Hallertau and Tettnang hops rise from the glass, and floral-hoppy notes join on the first sip, while pilsner malt adds a straw-like touch. Long, cold lagering builds a lively, fine-bubbled freshness, and the finish lingers grassy and spicy before drying out. Brewed in copper kettles, with the hops still added by hand.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter28 IBU
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
herbalnoble hopgrassy
herbal
noble hop
grassy
hoppy
spicy
floral
Aroma
Noble Hallertau and Tettnang hops present a refined herbal and spicy bouquet that rises immediately from the glass.
also:clean,malty
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Detmolder Pilsener

◎ Appearance

Pale straw-gold hue with excellent clarity and a bright, inviting gleam. A fine white head forms readily and clings to the glass with delicate lacing. The fine-bubbled carbonation persists throughout, maintaining a lively visual presence typical of classical lagering.

pale straw-goldcrystal clearfine-bubbledpersistent lace

◌ Aroma

Noble Hallertau and Tettnang hops present a refined herbal and spicy bouquet that rises immediately from the glass. Floral character joins on closer inspection, supported by a subtle straw-like maltiness that adds depth without overwhelming the hop-driven profile. The aroma is clean and composed, with no yeast-derived esters or phenols.

herbal, noble-hopfloral, spicystraw-like maltiness

◐ Taste

The palate opens with crisp floral and hoppy notes that establish a dry, grassy character from the first sip. Mid-palate remains lean and well-defined, with the Pilsner malt providing a faint sweetness that balances the herbal hop bitterness (28 IBU). The malt foundation is restrained, allowing the noble-hop character to dominate without harsh edges.

dry, grassynoble-hop forwardcrisp, cleanherbal bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish lingers with lingering grassy and spicy hop notes before drying out cleanly. No residual sweetness remains; the aftertaste is refreshing and crisp, inviting the next sip.

long, spicydry finishrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
85
Finish
78
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

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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.

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