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Refsvindinge Pilsner

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First brewed in 1986, a classic light, bottom-fermented pilsner. Brygmesterens Egen Pils, first brewed in 2000, is a golden, top-fermented pilsner in the same category. Pilsner takes its name from the Bohemian city of Plzeň, where the first pale lager was produced in 1842. It entered the range nine years before Ale No. 16 was first brewed.

ABV
4.6%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
cleanhoppymalty
clean
hoppy
malty
Aroma
Clean, restrained noble hop character dominates the nose, with subtle herbal and slightly spicy notes.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Refsvindinge Pilsner

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with bright clarity and fine carbonation. A tight, persistent head forms with good adhesion to the glass. The visual presentation speaks to careful lagering and a well-maintained fermentation process typical of the German Pilsner tradition.

pale goldenbrilliant clarityfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Clean, restrained noble hop character dominates the nose, with subtle herbal and slightly spicy notes. A delicate backdrop of light Malz sweetness supports the hop profile without overwhelming it. The overall impression is one of balance and refinement, with no yeast esters or off-aromas present.

noble hopsherbal spiceclean maltrestrained

◐ Taste

Entry is light and crisp, with a dry bitterness that builds gradually across the palate. The Malz foundation provides gentle sweetness and body, while the Edelhopfen bitterness (38 IBU) remains elegant and integrated rather than aggressive. Carbonation enhances the refreshing character and carries the finish cleanly.

dry bitternesslight maltcrisp palateintegrated hops

◑ Finish

A short to medium, clean finish with lingering hop bitterness and a whisper of Malz complexity. The aftertaste remains refreshing and leaves no residual sweetness.

clean aftertastehop bitternessrefreshing
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
74
Taste
76
Appearance
78
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.

Finding a similar German Pilsner

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