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Three Taverns Prince of Pilsen

Three Taverns Brewery
United States·German Pilsner
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Three Taverns' crisp German Pilsner — Saaz hops deliver spicy herbal bitterness over a clean pale malt base with a dry, refreshing finish. One of the Southeast's finest pilsners.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold2
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
cleanherbalhoppy
clean
herbal
hoppy
spicy
noble hop
malty
Aroma
Saaz hops dominate the nose with classic noble-hop spice and herbaceous notes that are clean and restrained.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Three Taverns Prince of Pilsen

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with excellent clarity and bright translucence typical of the style. Fine, persistent white head forms quickly and clings to the glass with strong Schaumhaftung. Carbonation is visible and lively, creating a gentle effervescence throughout.

pale strawcrystal clearpersistent headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

Saaz hops dominate the nose with classic noble-hop spice and herbaceous notes that are clean and restrained. The pale malt base contributes a light, grainy sweetness without heaviness. The overall profile is fresh and inviting, with no yeast esters or oxidation.

Saazer spiceherbal and noblegrainy malt sweetnessclean and crisp

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a clean, mineral entry and a pronounced but refined bitterness from Saaz that lingers through the mid-palate. The malt provides a dry, understated foundation that allows the herbal and spicy hop character to remain in focus. The finish is markedly dry and refreshing, with no residual sweetness.

dry palateherbal bitternessmineral characterspicy hop bite

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and relatively short, leaving a clean, dry sensation on the palate. A subtle spicy-herbal aftertaste fades quickly, inviting another sip.

dry and cleanbrief noble-hop fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
80
Appearance
88
Finish
78
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

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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.

Finding a similar German Pilsner

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