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Den Sikre Såt

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Den Sikre Såt is a chestnut-coloured, very full-bodied doppelbock brewed with German Perle and Tettnanger hops. The beer presents a caramel-like aroma and a malt-rich taste with medium bitterness. It is brewed from water, barley malt, hops and yeast only.

ABV
7.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
deep amber20
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
maltycarameldark fruit
malty
caramel
dark fruit
Aroma
The nose is dominated by soft caramel and toffee notes, with subtle hints of dark stone fruits beneath.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Den Sikre Såt

◎ Appearance

Den Sikre Såt presents a deep chestnut brown color with excellent clarity and a dense, persistent head that clings to the glass with fine lacing. The beer displays moderate carbonation appropriate to the style, with a creamy collar that slowly dissolves into delicate foam retention along the sides.

deep chestnut browndense foam collarfine lacingclear and bright

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by soft caramel and toffee notes, with subtle hints of dark stone fruits beneath. German noble hops—Perle and Tettnanger—contribute a restrained herbal and slightly spicy backdrop, while the overall impression remains malt-forward and welcoming without aggressive hop character.

caramel and toffeenoble hop spicedark stone fruitmalt-driven

◐ Taste

The palate enters with rich malt sweetness and develops a full body that coats the mouth with caramel and toasted grain character. Medium bitterness from the noble hops provides balance without dominating, while dark fruit undertones and a subtle warming alcohol presence (7.5% ABV) create depth and complexity throughout the middle and finish.

malt sweetnesscaramel grainmedium bitternesswarming alcohol

◑ Finish

The finish is smooth and lingering, with caramel and malt notes fading gradually into a dry, gently bitter aftertaste. Residual warmth and a light astringency persist, leaving the palate satisfied without any harsh edges.

smooth finishmalt persistencegentle dryness
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
84
Appearance
83
Finish
80
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 9–12°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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About Doppelbock

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What is a Doppelbock?

Bocks are strong German lagers with 6.5–7.5% ABV. Rich malt sweetness — toast, chocolate, caramel — with low bitterness and a warming finish.

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