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Sudden Death Lübecker Pilsener

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Lübeck craft Pils — unfiltriert, naturtrüb und nicht pasteurisiert. Großzügig gehopft mit Hallertauer Magnum und Tradition. Bitter, hopfig, erfrischend.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppyherbalmalty
hoppy
herbal
malty
mineral
clean
citrusy
Aroma
Noble hop character dominates with Hallertauer Magnum and Tradition varieties lending a refined floral and herbal bouquet.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Sudden Death Lübecker Pilsener

◎ Appearance

A bright pale golden hue with a characteristic natural cloudiness from being unfiltered and unpasteurized. The hazy presentation is authentic to the traditional Lübecker style, with a dense white head that demonstrates excellent carbonation and retention.

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◌ Aroma

Noble hop character dominates with Hallertauer Magnum and Tradition varieties lending a refined floral and herbal bouquet. Clean malt backbone provides subtle bread and grain notes, while the natural yeast character adds a fresh, slightly funky complexity without any off-flavors.

herbal hopsfloralbreadfresh yeast

◐ Taste

Crisp entry with bright hop bitterness balanced by clean pilsner malt sweetness and grain character. The mid-palate is lean and refreshing, allowing the generous hopping to shine without overwhelming, finishing with a pronounced yet elegant bitterness that's characteristic of well-crafted German Pils.

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◑ Finish

Clean, dry finish with lingering noble hop bitterness that gradually fades. The aftertaste remains refreshing and inviting, encouraging another sip without any astringency or unwanted residue.

drycleanlingering bitterness
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
81
Taste
84
Appearance
79
Finish
82
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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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.

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