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Steinbach Bräu Fastenbock

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🌍 Germany · Heller Bock · One of 1 Heller Bocks in hopIQ

A pale bottom-fermented bock released at the start of Lent — following the historical motto 'Liquids don't break the fast' that Paulaner monks developed in the 17th century to stay beer-adjacent during Lenten fasting. Cascade hops give a fruity counter-note against 16.5°P gravity. A 7% beer the brewery explicitly positions as 'liquid bread'.

ABV
7%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber10
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led

Beer DNA

Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Heller Bock.
Hop character
citrusy
floral
Malt character
malty
caramel
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
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About Heller Bock

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Heller Bock?

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

Finding a similar Heller Bock

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same full-bodied, malty, sweet character as Steinbach Bräu Fastenbock will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Steinbach Bräu Fastenbock

Serve at 9–12°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 9–12°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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