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Barre Pilsener

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Golden yellow and crystal clear under a fine-pored head, Barre Pilsener is a slim, lively pils from Lübbecke. Hallertau hops give it a delicately floral aroma, and the palate stays dry and elegant before a firm, fine bitterness takes over in the finish. The hop note is the defining element, with malt held in the background. Brewed bottom-fermented at 11.4 °P with spring water from the Wiehengebirge hills.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession

AWARDS

Gold · 2026
DLG-Prämierung
★Gold — DLG-Prämierung
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
floralhoppynoble hop
floral
hoppy
noble hop
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by the characteristic floral and delicate noble hop character of Hallertau, which imparts a refined, herbaceous fragrance without aggression.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Barre Pilsener

◎ Appearance

Barre Pilsener presents a brilliant golden-yellow hue with excellent clarity and a fine-pored white head that clings persistently to the glass. The carbonation is lively and even, creating a bright, inviting visual presence typical of a well-executed German Pilsner. The delicate lacing demonstrates good head retention and foam stability.

golden yellowcrystal clearfine-pored headlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by the characteristic floral and delicate noble hop character of Hallertau, which imparts a refined, herbaceous fragrance without aggression. Subtle malt notes provide a supporting background, neither sweet nor prominent, allowing the hop expression to remain the focal point. A clean, neutral fermentation profile lets the ingredients speak clearly.

floral hopsdelicate Hallertauherbaceousclean fermentation

◐ Taste

The palate opens lean and dry, with restrained malt sweetness that builds only minimally toward the mid-palate. The noble hop character continues through the body with gentle, elegant bitterness rather than sharp intensity. The finish transitions to a firm, fine bitterness that lingers cleanly without harshness, leaving the mouth dry and refreshed.

dry palatelean maltelegant bitternessnoble hop finish

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and persistent, with a firm, fine bitterness that fades gradually into a lingering dry sensation. No harsh aftertaste emerges; instead, a clean, hop-driven dryness characterizes the lasting impression.

crisp finishfirm bitternessdry lingering
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
76
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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