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Straub Light Lager

Straub Brewery
United States·American Light Lager
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Straub's low-alc counterpart to the flagship — 3.2% ABV, 13 IBU, brewed on 6-row malt with Apollo hops and a North American lager yeast. 96 calories, still preservative-free like every Straub. Slightly bolder hop character than the American Lager, and quieter body. The 1872 family brewery's honest light-beer slot.

ABV
3.2%
Bitterness
Mild13 IBU
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
pale gold2
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleanhoppybready
clean
hoppy
bready
Aroma
Clean and straightforward on the nose, with subtle Apollo hop character lending a light herbal and slightly spicy edge.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Straub Light Lager

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with excellent clarity and bright transparency. A modest white head forms quickly and recedes to a thin collar with modest lacing. Fine carbonation produces a gentle, persistent sparkle.

pale strawcrystal clearfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

Clean and straightforward on the nose, with subtle Apollo hop character lending a light herbal and slightly spicy edge. Delicate 6-row malt presents a faint grainy sweetness in the background. The overall profile is restrained and true to North American lager character.

herbal hopslight grainyclean lager

◐ Taste

Entry is light and crisp, with minimal body but active carbonation on the palate. The malt foundation reads as gentle and slightly bready, allowing the Apollo hops to deliver a moderate, clean bitterness that finishes dry. No astringency or rough edges; the 13 IBU sits comfortably without dominating.

dry finishcrisp bitelight-bodied

◑ Finish

Short, clean finish that fades briskly without residual sweetness or hop persistence. The aftertaste is neutral and refreshing, leaving the palate ready for another sip.

clean exitrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
75
Taste
78
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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About American Light Lager

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What is a American Light Lager?

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