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Chorherren Pils

Stiftsbrauerei Schlägl
Austria·German Pilsner
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A sunny-yellow Pils with a fresh, hoppy aroma. It starts slim on the palate and then shows a fine bitterness on a full body. Beer has been brewed in Schlägl Abbey since 1580, and the brewery says this long tradition shapes its craft with experience, care and the aim of brewing a beer with character.

ABV
5.2%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Clean, dry bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
hoppycleanmalty
hoppy
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose is dominated by fresh, noble hop character with floral and herbal notes typical of classic European varieties.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Chorherren Pils

◎ Appearance

A bright, sunny yellow with excellent clarity and fine carbonation. The head forms quickly and clings to the glass in a thin, persistent collar. The overall presentation is clean and inviting, characteristic of a well-crafted Pilsner.

bright yellowclearfine carbonationpersistent lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by fresh, noble hop character with floral and herbal notes typical of classic European varieties. Subtle malt undertones provide a light, grain-forward backdrop without dominating. The overall impression is crisp and refreshing, with no oxidative or off-odor notes.

fresh hop aromaherbal, floralsubtle malterfrischend

◐ Taste

The palate opens delicate and restrained, then develops into a fuller, more rounded body than initial impression suggests. A clean, moderate bitterness emerges in the mid-palate and carries through with precision, never harsh. The balance favors hop character over malt sweetness, with a dry, crisp finish on the tongue.

fine bitternessfull bodydry, cleanbalanced

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is moderately long, lingering with a slightly bitter, hoppy edge that gradually fades. The dry character persists, inviting another sip.

hoppy aftertastedry lingering
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
83
Taste
84
Appearance
85
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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