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Pennsylvania Light Lager

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Crackery pie crust and a hint of wildflower shape this light lager, built on 100% malted barley with no filler. Multi-step mashing, Hersbrucker and Saaz hops added in the whirlpool and a local heritage yeast do the work, on Pilsner and Crystal 80 malts. At 4.2% ABV it is a Brewery Only release brewed in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

ABV
4.2%
Bitterness
Mild
Malt-forward 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
noble hopmaltybready
noble hop
malty
bready
clean
floral
Aroma
Noble hops lead with a restrained floral and herbal character from Saaz and Hersbrucker, layered beneath a clean, slightly sweet malt base that recalls pie crust and cereal grains.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Pennsylvania Light Lager

◎ Appearance

Pale straw yellow with excellent clarity and a bright, white head that settles into fine lacing along the glass walls. The carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated, creating a steady stream of fine bubbles that supports persistent foam retention typical of a well-crafted lager.

pale strawbrilliant clarityfine lacing

◌ Aroma

Noble hops lead with a restrained floral and herbal character from Saaz and Hersbrucker, layered beneath a clean, slightly sweet malt base that recalls pie crust and cereal grains. The aroma is delicate and composed, with no aggressive alcohol or yeast esters—a model of balance and refinement for the style.

Saaz, Hersbruckerfloral, herbalcereal notes

◐ Taste

The palate opens clean and malty, with bready grain flavors and a whisper of wildflower honey that evolves through the middle. Low bitterness (8 IBU) sits in the background, allowing the crisp, dry finish to emerge without harsh edges; the 100% malted barley foundation delivers smoothness without adjunct dilution.

clean malt entrydry, crisplow noble-hop bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is short to medium, clean, and refreshing, with lingering grain sweetness fading into a dry, mineral-like dryness. No alcohol warmth or rough edges remain—a straightforward and quenching conclusion.

dry, cleanrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
78
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
75
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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