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Straub Amber

United States·American Amber Lager
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Deep amber and easygoing at 4.1% ABV, Straub Amber carries notes of roasted caramel. It is brewed with domestic two-row, caramel and black malts and Apollo hops, at 8 IBU. A family-brewery classic from St. Marys, it is bottled in the same returnable bottles as Straub Lager and Light.

ABV
4.1%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
amber12
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
cleancaramelmalty
clean
caramel
malty
honey
bready
Aroma
The nose is dominated by clean malt character with subtle caramel and toasted grain notes that reflect the traditional German brewing heritage.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Straub Amber

◎ Appearance

Straub Amber presents a bright, copper-amber hue with excellent clarity and a well-formed white head that demonstrates good retention. The beer exhibits crisp carbonation evident in steady streams of bubbles, creating an inviting visual presentation characteristic of a well-crafted lager.

copper-amberclearwhite headbright

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by clean malt character with subtle caramel and toasted grain notes that reflect the traditional German brewing heritage. Minimal hop presence allows the malt forward profile to shine, with faint bread-like yeast esters completing a straightforward, approachable aromatic profile.

maltycarameltoasted grainclean

◐ Taste

The palate opens with smooth malt sweetness balanced by delicate caramel notes and grainy depth, delivering medium body without heaviness. Low bitterness (14 IBU) ensures accessibility, while crisp carbonation provides refreshing structure that prevents any cloying character, finishing with pleasant dryness.

smoothcaramel maltcrispwell-balanced

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and refreshing with a gentle dry sensation that lingers briefly, inviting another sip. No harsh aftertaste—just the pleasant echo of toasted grain and malt sweetness fading gracefully.

cleandryrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
80
Appearance
82
Finish
78
Serve at 4–7°C

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

Stein

The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.

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