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Killer Pils

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A German-style keller pilsner with an unusual red colour, released for Halloween. Barley and wheat make up the grist. It pours a distinctive red with a clean, bright look. Soft floral and herbal hop aromas come first, with a subtle spicy edge behind them. The palate is smooth and medium-bodied, with gentle malt depth, a crisp pilsner character and a balanced bitterness that carries the floral and herbal notes through to the finish. It is a seasonal autumn release.

ABV
4.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter30 IBU
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
floralherbalwheat
floral
herbal
wheat
malty
spicy
clean
Aroma
Soft floral and herbal hop character dominates the nose, with delicate Edelhopfen notes creating an inviting aromatic profile.
also:hoppy
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Killer Pils

◎ Appearance

A striking deep red pour with exceptional clarity and brightness—an unconventional palette for the Pilsner style that commands immediate visual attention. The head forms quickly and holds with fine, persistent lacing that clings to the glass walls. Carbonation is evident and well-integrated, delivering the crisp, clean presentation expected of a keller pilsner.

deep redbrilliant clarityfine lacingbright carbonation

◌ Aroma

Soft floral and herbal hop character dominates the nose, with delicate Edelhopfen notes creating an inviting aromatic profile. A subtle spicy edge weaves through the background, adding complexity without overpowering the refined hop expression. The Malz foundation remains restrained, allowing the noble hops to take precedence.

floral hopherbal notesspicy undertonerestrained malt

◐ Taste

The palate opens smooth and medium-bodied, with gentle Malz depth that provides structure without heaviness. Crisp pilsner character runs through the mid-palate, accentuated by balanced bitterness that neither dominates nor fades. The floral and herbal hop qualities persist cleanly from entry through mid-palate, creating a coherent flavor arc.

smooth palatebalanced bitternessclean hop follow-throughmedium body

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and moderately dry, with the floral and herbal notes carrying through to a clean, lingering aftertaste. No harsh edges or oxidative notes intrude; the bitterness fades gracefully without leaving an astringent impression.

crisp finishfloral decayclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
76
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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