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A fresh, unfiltered lager that delivers an exquisite taste experience without pretension. At 4.8%, it sits comfortably in the session range, with a clean malt backbone and a crisp finish that invites another pour. The lack of filtration brings a subtle cloudiness and a fuller mouthfeel than most industrial lagers—this is a beer made to drink young, while its character is brightest. The carbonation is lively but not aggressive, and the overall impression is one of simplicity executed with care: a straightforward companion for casual moments or unhurried afternoons.

ABV
4.8%
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
cleanmalty
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose presents a clean, straightforward profile dominated by soft malt tones with a whisper of fresh bread crust.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Premium Selection

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue with a soft, hazy veil that signals its unfiltered nature. The head forms quickly and holds with gentle persistence, collaring the glass rim with fine lacing. Carbonation rises in steady, even streams—lively without aggression, creating a visual impression of restrained vitality.

pale goldenhazy, unfilteredfine head retentionbright carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose presents a clean, straightforward profile dominated by soft malt tones with a whisper of fresh bread crust. Noble hops contribute a subtle herbaceous note that never overshadows the malt foundation. The overall aromatic character is quiet and approachable, inviting closer inspection without demanding it.

soft maltsubtle noble hopsbread crustquiet, clean

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a delicate malt sweetness that feels neither heavy nor thin. A crisp, clean bitterness emerges mid-palate, building gently to balance the malt backbone without dominating it. The finish arrives quickly, leaving the mouth refreshed and ready for the next sip—the hallmark of a session beer executed with restraint.

malt-forwardcrisp bitternessbalancedsmooth-drinking

◑ Finish

The finish is short and clean, with lingering malt sweetness that fades gracefully into a dry, refreshing aftertaste. No residual cloying or harsh edges remain—just an invitation to another pour.

short, cleandry fade
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C. Carbonation and crispness are the main event — cold preserves both.

Stein

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

Store cold and drink fresh. Lagers are at their crispest within 3–4 months.

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What is a Lager?

Euro Pale Lagers are clean, refreshing lagers with 4–5.5% ABV and IBU 10–25. Soft malt sweetness, light hop bitterness and high carbonation make them supremely drinkable.

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