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Twins Pils

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Light citrus and honey meet bready, biscuity flavors in an unfiltered German-style pilsner with a creamy white head and full body, finishing clean. Tettnang and Huell Melon hops and Weyermann Barke Pilsner malt make up the 5.1% recipe. It began as Keller Pils in 2016, took the Twins name in 2022 and, as Keller Pils, won bronze at the 2018 World Beer Cup.

ABV
5.1%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter38 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession

AWARDS

Bronze · 2018
World Beer Cup
Kellerbier or Zwickelbier
★Bronze — World Beer Cup (Kellerbier or Zwickelbier)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
breadyhoneycitrusy
bready
honey
citrusy
clean
malty
noble hop
Aroma
Tettnang and Huell Melon hops deliver restrained, noble character—subtle citrus notes with a whisper of melonic sweetness rather than assertive aromatics.
also:hoppy
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Twins Pils

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity despite the unfiltered nature, achieved through gentle handling and natural sedimentation. A creamy white head forms with strong initial presence and notable retention, leaving delicate lacing on the glass as it subsides. Fine carbonation weaves through the body, supporting the full mouthfeel without aggressive effervescence.

pale goldencreamy white headunfiltered clarityfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

Tettnang and Huell Melon hops deliver restrained, noble character—subtle citrus notes with a whisper of melonic sweetness rather than assertive aromatics. Weyermann Barke Pilsner malt contributes a clean biscuity foundation with light honey undertones. The nose is refined and understated, inviting further exploration without dominating the senses.

noble hopslight citrushoneybiscuity malt

◐ Taste

Entry presents a full, rounded mouthfeel with bready malt character immediately evident—toasted grain and biscuit notes frame the palate. Citrus and honey flavors emerge mid-palate in gentle harmony, supported by the creamy body. Moderate bitterness from noble hops provides structure without harshness, finishing clean and integrated rather than lingering.

full-bodiedbready maltgentle bitternessbalanced sweetness

◑ Finish

Clean and crisp conclusion with minimal aftertaste, allowing the malt-hop balance to fade gracefully. The finish is refreshing and dry, inviting another sip without palate fatigue.

clean finishcrisprefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
84
Appearance
85
Finish
80
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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