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Tegernseer Hell

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The flagship beer of Brauerei Tegernsee, brewed since 1675 at the foot of the Bavarian Alps. Pale gold, naturally cloudy, with a soft malty sweetness and gentle Hallertau hop bitterness. One of Bavaria's most beloved Helles — best enjoyed fresh at the brewery's lakeside beer garden.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
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
maltycleanhoppy
malty
clean
hoppy
noble hop
mineral
herbal
Aroma
The nose opens with soft, grainy malt sweetness backed by gentle noble-hop florals — classic Hallertau character with a faint herbal and mineral undertone.
also:bready
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Tegernseer Hell

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with a natural, fine haze throughout the body, characteristic of an unfiltered Bavarian Helles. A dense, creamy white head forms immediately and clings persistently to the glass walls. Bright carbonation rises steadily, creating a lively visual presence.

pale goldnaturally hazypersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with soft, grainy malt sweetness backed by gentle noble-hop florals — classic Hallertau character with a faint herbal and mineral undertone. No aggressive hop bite; instead, a clean, slightly bready malt foundation dominates. A whisper of yeast freshness rounds out the profile without any sulphur or off-notes.

soft maltnoble hopsherbalclean

◐ Taste

The palate strikes an elegant balance between malty sweetness and restrained hop bitterness. Entry is smooth and slightly sweet, with a breadiness that unfolds mid-palate; the Hallertau hops provide a gentle, noble bitterness that never overwhelms. Light body and crisp mineral notes keep the beer refreshing and easy-drinking throughout.

malty sweetnessnoble bitternesscrisp mineralitysmooth body

◑ Finish

A dry, clean finish with lingering malt and a subtle herbal hop fade. The aftertaste remains refreshing rather than cloying, inviting another sip.

dry finishherbal fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
83
Appearance
84
Finish
79
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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