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Sternquell Kellerbier

Sternquell-Brauerei
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🌍 Germany · Kellerbier · One of 142 Kellerbiers in hopIQ

The recipe for Sternquell Kellerbier dates back to 1857 and has been refined over the years by the brewery's brewmasters. Unfiltered and brewed at 12.2 degrees Plato, it pours hazy and amber. The aroma recalls fresh bread, toasted grain and a light caramel note, with a faint yeasty touch. The palate is soft and full, the hops stay in the background with a gentle herbal edge, and the finish is round and smooth.

How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
no reading yet
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Medium body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
no reading yet
Texture
Balanced mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Even from Body through Texture, the taste structure is evenly distributed.

Harmony over emphasis — the beer is built for each note to sit at the same volume.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Kellerbier.
Hop character
herbal
Malt character
bready
caramel
toasty
malty
Fermentation & yeast
yeasty
clean
Distinctive notes
hazy

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sternquell Kellerbier

◎ Appearance

This Kellerbier presents a hazy amber pour with a warm, golden-orange hue that reflects its unfiltered nature and 8 SRM specification. The cloudiness stems from suspended yeast and protein matter, giving the beer a characterful, lived-in appearance that is typical of the cellar beer tradition. A modest white head forms and recedes gradually, leaving fine lacing on the glass.

hazy amberunfilteredfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with fresh bread and toasted grain notes, supported by a subtle caramel sweetness that rounds out the malt-forward profile. A light yeasty undertone adds complexity, while noble hop character remains restrained in the background. These aromas work in harmony to create an inviting, approachable nose without aggressive or dominant single notes.

fresh breadtoasted grainlight caramelsubtle yeast

◐ Taste

On the palate, Sternquell Kellerbier delivers a soft, full-bodied mouthfeel that aligns with its 12.2 degree Plato gravity. The hop bitterness is gentle and herbaceous, never sharp or assertive, allowing the malt sweetness and yeast-derived complexity to remain in focus. The overall impression is balanced and drinkable, with no harsh edges or excessive bitterness.

soft mouthfeelgentle hopherbal edgefull-bodied

◑ Finish

The finish is round and smooth, fading gracefully without lingering bitterness or astringency. A subtle malt sweetness carries through to the aftertaste, leaving a clean and approachable conclusion that invites another sip.

smoothcleanmalt sweetness
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
77
Appearance
76
Finish
78
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Sternquell Kellerbier

Serve at 7–9°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 7–9°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.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Sternquell Kellerbier

About Kellerbier

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Kellerbier?

Kellerbier is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Kellerbier

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same hazy, bready, toasty character as Sternquell Kellerbier will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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