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Puntigamer Zwickl

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Puntigamer's unfiltered Zwickl — naturally cloudy and fuller-bodied than the Märzen with more malt complexity. Popular among Graz's craft beer-curious population who want more character without leaving their trusted local brand.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber10
PaceA Few
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
bready
earthy
wheat
Aroma
The nose leads with soft, rounded malt character—bread crust and subtle caramel sweetness dominate.
also:yeasty
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Puntigamer Zwickl

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with pronounced natural cloudiness from suspended yeast and proteins, creating a soft, diffuse appearance. The head forms dense and persistent, with fine bubbles that cling to the glass in structured lacing. Carbonation sits at moderate levels, appropriate to the Kellerbier style.

pale goldennaturally cloudyfine white headpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with soft, rounded malt character—bread crust and subtle caramel sweetness dominate. Delicate earthy undertones emerge from low-intensity noble hops, while yeast contributes gentle grain and fermentation notes without astringency. No harsh phenolics or off-flavors; the profile remains clean and inviting.

bready maltsoft caramelearthy hopsfermentation grain

◐ Taste

Full-bodied on entry with malt-forward sweetness that develops into biscuity, bread-grain complexity across the mid-palate. Caramel and subtle wheat notes provide roundness without cloying. Bitterness remains restrained at 25 IBU, offering gentle closure rather than sharp finish; the overall impression is smooth and balanced, with yeasty depth supporting the malt foundation.

malty sweetnessbiscuit and breadlight caramelsoft bitterness

◑ Finish

Clean, medium-length finish with lingering malt and wheat grain on the palate. Aftertaste remains dry and slightly earthy, without astringency.

dry malt finishlingering grain
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
85
Appearance
83
Finish
80
Serve at 7–9°C

Serve at 7–9°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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