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Der Halbstarke

Stiftsbrauerei Schlägl
Austria·Leichtbier
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Der Halbstarke is a beer of the style Leichtbier from the Stiftsbrauerei Schlägl, the brewery of Schlägl Abbey in Aigen-Schlägl. The abbey has brewed beer since 1580, and the brewery works in the Upper Mühlviertel at the foot of the Bohemian Forest.

ABV
2.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
cleanmalty
clean
malty
Aroma
The nose shows restrained, clean malt character with a subtle grainy sweetness.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Der Halbstarke

◎ Appearance

Der Halbstarke presents a pale straw-gold color with excellent clarity and bright transparency. The head forms a fine, delicate foam that settles quickly but leaves a light tracery of lacing along the glass. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, creating a soft effervescence.

pale goldenclearfine head lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose shows restrained, clean malt character with a subtle grainy sweetness. Noble hop varieties contribute a quiet, herbal quality without aggressive spice or resin. A gentle yeast presence rounds out the profile, adding a touch of fresh, bread-like softness without any funky notes.

grain, gentle sweetnessnoble hop, herbalclean yeast

◐ Taste

The palate entry is light and crisp, with soft malt backbone providing mild sweetness and a hint of bread crust. Mid-palate remains lean and refreshing, avoiding cloying flavors. Bitterness is low and well-mannered at 22 IBU, offering balance rather than assertion; the finish dries gently without any harsh edges.

light-bodiedmellow bitternessdry, clean

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium, clean, and quenching. A subtle grain-derived aftertaste lingers briefly before fading to crisp dryness, leaving the palate ready for the next sip.

short finishcrisp
74
hopIQ score
Aroma
74
Taste
74
Appearance
76
Finish
73
Serve at 4–7°C

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

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

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