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Stella Artois Gluten Free

Stella Artois
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🌍 Belgium · Pale Lager · One of 62 Pale Lagers in hopIQ

The gluten-free Stella Artois follows the recipe of the original lager with barley malt and Saaz hops; the gluten is broken down during brewing with the help of a specific added protein. It pours clear golden with a white head. The aroma shows floral hop notes of medium intensity over a light, bready malt base. On the palate residual malt sweetness balances a gentle, slightly herbal hop bitterness, and the finish is crisp and clean. Brewed in the United Kingdom for the British market, where it has been on sale since 2018.

ABV
4.6%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Lean body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Soft bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

The texture leads here, with everything else held in gentle reserve.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Pale Lager.
Hop character
floral
herbal
Malt character
bready
malty
Fermentation & yeast
clean

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Stella Artois Gluten Free

◎ Appearance

Stella Artois Gluten Free presents a bright, clear golden hue characteristic of a classic pale lager. A white, moderately persistent head crowns the glass, indicating proper carbonation and fresh brewing. The crystal clarity and inviting color promise a refreshing, well-crafted lager experience.

clear goldenwhite headbrightwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pleasant floral and herbal Saaz hop characteristics of medium intensity, contributing a refined and elegant quality. A light, bready malt base provides subtle support without overwhelming the bouquet. The overall aromatic profile is clean and approachable, reflecting the beer's traditional lager heritage.

floral hopsbready maltherbalrefined

◐ Taste

The palate opens with residual malt sweetness that provides a smooth entry and pleasant body for the style. A gentle, slightly herbal hop bitterness emerges in the mid-palate, creating balanced tension between sweet and bitter elements. The flavors work harmoniously without any harsh edges, showcasing skillful brewcraft despite the gluten-removal process.

malty-sweetgentle bitternessbalancedsmooth

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and remarkably clean, with no lingering sweetness or astringency. The refreshing character is maintained through to the aftertaste, making this an ideal session beer.

crispcleanrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
75
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
80
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Stella Artois Gluten Free

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Stein
Recommended for this style

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.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Stella Artois Gluten Free

About Pale Lager

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Pale 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.

Finding a similar Pale Lager

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same clean, crisp, bready character as Stella Artois Gluten Free will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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