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Pilsner #15

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Clear, light straw and topped with a white head that laces the glass, this pilsner brings a malty aroma and mild noble-hop aromatics over a crisp, refreshing medium body. Tractor calls it its flagship pilsner, and the name comes from an eerie coincidence of the number 15 turning up in the original recipe.

ABV
5.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter34 IBU
SRM
pale gold3
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
noble hopmaltyclean
noble hop
malty
clean
hoppy
Aroma
The nose leads with restrained noble-hop aromatics—classic Hallertauer or Saazer-like character providing subtle floral and herbal notes without aggression.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pilsner #15

◎ Appearance

Pilsner #15 presents a crystalline clarity with a pale straw hue that catches light with gentle luminosity. The white head forms with good initial volume and demonstrates fine Schaumhaftung, leaving distinct lace patterns that adhere to the glass as the beer is consumed. Carbonation appears lively and well-integrated, appropriate to the style.

pale strawbrilliant claritywhite head with lacingfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with restrained noble-hop aromatics—classic Hallertauer or Saazer-like character providing subtle floral and herbal notes without aggression. A supporting malty foundation emerges beneath, offering a clean grain sweetness that grounds the profile. The overall bouquet is delicate and composed, inviting closer inspection without dominating the sensory space.

noble hopsfloral, herbalclean grain sweetnessrestrained, elegant

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with a medium body that avoids heaviness while maintaining substance. The palate sits evenly balanced between a soft malty core and moderate noble-hop bitterness; neither element overstates itself, creating an approachable drink that rewards attention. A gentle, clean bitterness (34 IBU) fades steadily rather than lingering aggressively.

crisp palatebalanced malt-hopmoderate bitternessmedium body

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively brief, leaving behind a light dry sensation and faint hop recollection. No cloying sweetness remains; instead, a refreshing clarity dominates the aftertaste.

clean, dry finishlight aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
82
Finish
74
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.

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