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Starkenberger Extra Herb

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Starkenberger Extra Herb is the more assertive pilsner of the house. Pilsner malt and a generous hop rate deliver a bright, straw-golden beer under a fine, stable head. The nose is markedly herbal, with grass, citrus zest and a whisper of pine; the palate is dry and firmly hopped, with only a light biscuit-malt background, and the finish is long, dry and distinctly bitter.

ABV
5.0%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Resinous hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
herbalhoppygrassy
herbal
hoppy
grassy
citrusy
piney
bready
Aroma
The nose is markedly herbal, leading with fresh-cut grass and a distinct citrus zest that suggests lemon peel.
also:clean
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Starkenberger Extra Herb

◎ Appearance

Straw-golden in color with brilliant clarity and a fine, stable head that leaves delicate lacing down the glass. The carbonation is visible and lively, supporting a persistent white collar that frames the beer throughout.

straw-goldenbrilliant clarityfine head retentioncrisp carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose is markedly herbal, leading with fresh-cut grass and a distinct citrus zest that suggests lemon peel. Subtle pine notes emerge underneath, balanced by a clean, mineral-like character from the noble hops—no harsh solvent or vegetal off-notes.

herbalgrassycitrus zestnoble hop spice

◐ Taste

Entry is dry and firmly hopped, with a crisp bite that establishes itself immediately. The mid-palate shows only a light biscuit-malt foundation that remains restrained, allowing the hop bitterness and herbal spice to dominate the flavor arc without overwhelming the structure.

dryfirmly bitterherbal spicebready undertone

◑ Finish

Long, dry, and distinctly bitter, with the hop character persisting into the aftertaste. The final impression is clean and refreshing, leaving no residual sweetness or cloying malt.

long dry finishpersistent bitterness
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
83
Appearance
84
Finish
78
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

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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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