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Zötler Maibock

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Zötler Maibock is a pale Bock brewed for May and released from mid-January for as long as stocks last. It shimmers in a strong orange-yellow under a white, fine-pored head. The smell is pleasantly malty, and the taste shows a slightly sweet malt note on a full body. With an original gravity of 16.8 % it reaches 6.5 % ABV, while bitterness remains moderate at 22 units.

ABV
6.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
golden8
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
maltycleancaramel
malty
clean
caramel
Aroma
The nose reveals a clean, distinctly malty character with soft, grainy sweetness at the fore.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Zötler Maibock

◎ Appearance

Zötler Maibock presents a luminous orange-yellow hue that catches the light with clarity and brightness. A white, fine-pored head crowns the glass with good retention and delicate lacing. The beer displays solid carbonation and excellent visual stability throughout the pour.

bright orange-yellowwhite, fine-pored headwell-retained foam

◌ Aroma

The nose reveals a clean, distinctly malty character with soft, grainy sweetness at the fore. Noble hop notes emerge subtly in the background, contributing gentle herbal and floral undertones without dominating. The overall impression is balanced and approachable, with no harsh or coarse elements.

pronounced malt sweetnessdelicate noble hop notesclean fermentation

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a slightly sweet malt foundation that fills the mouth with full body and warmth. Bitterness remains moderate at 22 IBU, offering restraint and allowing the malt to take the lead. The finish is smooth and rounded, with a lingering malty aftertaste that gradually fades.

full-bodiedmalt-forwardbalanced bitternesswarming alcohol

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and sustained, leaving a pleasant malty residue on the palate. The 6.5% ABV provides gentle warmth without any harsh alcohol burn, making for a graceful conclusion.

malty aftertastemoderate length
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
82
Finish
77
Serve at 12–16°C

Serve at 12–16°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 Maibock

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What is a Maibock?

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

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