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Regenerate Hoppy Pilsner

Tuatara
New Zealand·New Zealand Pilsner
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A pilsner malt base contrasted by bold lime, grapefruit and gooseberry hop aromas. Regenerate Hoppy Pilsner from Tuatara runs at 5.0% ABV and comes in six pack cans and on keg. The brewery says its Pilsner put it on the map but, like every Tuatara, it can regenerate, and introduces this as its latest family member.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop 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
citrusyhoppyfruity
citrusy
hoppy
fruity
malty
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes—lime zest and pink grapefruit predominate, layered with subtle gooseberry character.
not found:juicy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Regenerate Hoppy Pilsner

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright translucence. A fine white head forms readily and clings to the glass with persistent lacing. Carbonation is crisp and active, evidenced by a steady stream of small bubbles.

pale goldencrystal clearfine white headbrisk carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with vibrant citrus notes—lime zest and pink grapefruit predominate, layered with subtle gooseberry character. A clean, noble hop foundation sits beneath, while the pilsner malt base contributes a delicate grain sweetness without heaviness. Aromas remain bright and focused throughout.

lime zestgrapefruitgooseberrynoble hop character

◐ Taste

Entry is crisp and refreshing, with citrus flavor immediately apparent on the palate. The mid-palate develops a balanced interplay between subtle malt sweetness and moderate hop bitterness (22 IBU), neither dominating. The finish remains clean and dry, with residual hop bite and a light malty undertone.

citrus-forwardbalanced bitternessdry finishclean palate

◑ Finish

The aftertaste is brief and clean, with lingering lime and grapefruit notes fading to a subtle malt sweetness. A dry, refreshing quality persists without astringency.

dryrefreshing fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
82
Appearance
85
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 New Zealand Pilsner

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a New Zealand 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 New Zealand Pilsner

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