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Zötler Vollmond Bier

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Zötler Vollmond Bier is brewed only on full-moon nights and accompanies the full-moon festivals the brewery holds in Rettenberg. It is a fine, full-strength pale beer whose defining trait is a mild malt aroma; the smell is sweetish, between malt and grain. At 17 units the bitterness is the lowest among the brewery's pale lagers, and strength is 5.1 % ABV.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
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
maltycleanbready
malty
clean
bready
Aroma
The nose leads with a gentle, sweetish Malz character—a clean grain and malt foundation without aggressive intensity.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Zötler Vollmond Bier

◎ Appearance

Vollmond Bier presents a pale golden hue with excellent clarity and fine carbonation. The head is stable and well-retained, with delicate lacing that clings to the glass as the level drops. The overall presentation is bright and inviting, characteristic of a well-executed Helles Lager.

pale goldenclearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with a gentle, sweetish Malz character—a clean grain and malt foundation without aggressive intensity. There is no prominent hop aroma; instead, the smell remains soft and approachable, inviting without demanding attention. The overall impression is mild and refined, reflecting the brewing philosophy of this full-moon special.

sweet maltgrain-forwardsoft characterdelicate nose

◐ Taste

Entry is clean and lightly sweet, with Malz providing a soft backbone. The mid-palate remains gentle and well-balanced, with minimal hop bitterness at just 17 IBU creating a smooth, easy-drinking character. Finish is crisp but never harsh, allowing the malt's subtle sweetness to linger without cloyingness.

malt-drivenlow bitternesssmooth palatecrisp finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is clean and relatively short, fading gradually with a residual malt sweetness. A refreshing dryness follows, leaving the palate ready for the next sip without lingering heaviness.

clean aftertasterefreshingsubtle sweetness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
82
Finish
77
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

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