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American Lager

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Spicy, floral hop notes lift the crisp, clean body of this lager, with low bitterness and a reduced 4.5% ABV. The grain bill is 100% Pilsner malt, hopped with Crystal and Hallertau, and the beer is brewed and born in Atlanta, Georgia: a lager that isn't meant to be complicated. The brewery lists 20 IBU; it belongs to the year-round lineup.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter20 IBU
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold4
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
floralspicy hopclean
floral
spicy hop
clean
malty
Aroma
Spicy and floral noble-hop character dominates the nose, with notes of Hallertau bringing herbal and slightly peppery qualities.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for American Lager

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright, effervescent carbonation. A fine white head forms readily and clings to the glass with moderate persistence, leaving delicate lacing as the beer is consumed.

pale goldcrystal clearfine carbonationpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Spicy and floral noble-hop character dominates the nose, with notes of Hallertau bringing herbal and slightly peppery qualities. Beneath lies a soft, grainy Pilsner malt foundation that remains clean and unobtrusive, allowing the hops to take center stage.

noble hopsherbalpepperysoft grain

◐ Taste

The palate opens clean and crisp with a light malty sweetness from the Pilsner base. Spicy and floral hop notes build gradually across the mid-palate without aggression; the 20 IBU provide gentle bitterness that balances rather than dominates. The body remains lean and refreshing throughout.

crisp palatelight maltgentle bitternessdry finish

◑ Finish

Short to medium finish with a fading hop spice and a clean, dry aftertaste. The low ABV and restrained bitterness allow the drinker to return immediately to the next sip.

dryeasy drinking
76
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
75
Appearance
78
Finish
74
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 Lager

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