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Rothaus Tafelbier

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Tafelbier revives the pale lager served at the table of Grand Duke Frederick I of Baden in the 19th century, the forerunner of today's Tannenzäpfle. Rothaus relaunched it for its double anniversary, 235 years of the brewery and 70 years of Tannenzäpfle. It is a mild, easy-drinking helles with a soft malt sweetness of fresh bread and light honey, a restrained floral and herbal hop aroma and a gentle bitterness that stays in the background. Original gravity is 11.7 °P.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter18 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltybreadyhoney
malty
bready
honey
floral
herbal
clean
Aroma
The nose presents a restrained but elegant profile centered on soft, biscuity malt sweetness with hints of fresh bread crust and light honey.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Rothaus Tafelbier

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass with delicate lacing. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, producing a gentle sparkle that speaks to careful conditioning. The overall impression is refined and inviting.

pale goldenbrilliant claritypersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose presents a restrained but elegant profile centered on soft, biscuity malt sweetness with hints of fresh bread crust and light honey. Beneath this foundation lies a delicate floral and herbal hop character that adds subtle complexity without dominating. There is no yeast-driven fruit or esters; the aroma remains clean and straightforward.

soft maltbread and honeyfloral hopsherbal notesclean

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a gentle, malty sweetness that evokes fresh bread and light honey, creating an approachable, almost cozy drinking experience. The mid-palate maintains this soft character while the Edelhopfen contribute a mild, restrained bitterness that remains well in the background. Bitterness is present but never harsh, finishing dry without astringency.

malty sweetnessbreadyhoney notesgentle bitternesssmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately short, with the malt sweetness fading gracefully to leave a subtle herbal and hoppy dryness. The aftertaste is crisp and refreshing, inviting another sip without any lingering harshness.

clean finishcrisprefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
79
Appearance
80
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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