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Spital Pils

Spitalbrauerei Regensburg
Germany·German Pilsner
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A classic German Pilsner from Regensburg with crisp malt sweetness and balanced hop bitterness. Light-bodied and refreshing with a dry, clean finish that invites another sip.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
SRM
pale gold2
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleanhoppymalty
clean
hoppy
malty
Aroma
The nose offers a refined combination of crisp noble hop character balanced with subtle grain sweetness.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Spital Pils

◎ Appearance

Spital Pils presents a brilliant pale golden hue with excellent clarity and transparency. A white, fine-bubbled head forms with good retention, indicative of proper carbonation and fresh brewing. The light straw color is characteristic of the Pilsner style.

pale goldenbrilliant claritywhite headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose offers a refined combination of crisp noble hop character balanced with subtle grain sweetness. Delicate floral notes emerge with hints of bread and biscuit, reflecting the traditional Bavarian brewing heritage. Clean and bright with no off-aromas, inviting the palate to engage.

noble hopsgrain sweetnessfloralbread notes

◐ Taste

Entry is clean and refreshing with light malt sweetness that frames the palate. Mid-palate develops a balanced bitter hop character with supporting grainy, bready flavors that remain smooth and drinkable. The bitterness is measured at 24 IBU, providing structure without overwhelming the delicate malt foundation.

crispbalanced bitternesslight-bodiedsmooth malt

◑ Finish

The finish is notably dry and clean, with the bitterness fading gracefully into a subtle grain aftertaste. Short to medium length, the dry character immediately invites another sip.

drycleanrefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
80
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.

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