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Glocken Hell Alkoholfrei

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Glocken Hell Alkoholfrei tastes malty, grainy and bready. This is the alcohol-free version of Glocken Hell: a bottom-fermented Vollbier at 11.3 % original gravity from which Vereinsbrauerei Apolda gently removes the alcohol. The brewery says it has clearly fewer calories than conventional beers and suggests serving it at 7 °C.

ABV
0.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
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
breadymaltyclean
bready
malty
clean
Aroma
Clean malt-forward nose dominated by subtle grain and bread-crust notes.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Glocken Hell Alkoholfrei

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and bright luminosity typical of a well-crafted Helles. The head forms with modest persistence and leaves delicate Schaumhaftung on the glass. Fine carbonation creates an inviting, lively presentation.

pale goldencrystal clearfine carbonationdelicate lacing

◌ Aroma

Clean malt-forward nose dominated by subtle grain and bread-crust notes. The aroma is restrained and elegant, with a light, slightly sweet undertone from the malt base. Noble hop character provides gentle spice without assertiveness, maintaining the beer's approachable profile.

grainy maltbread crustcleannoble hop spice

◐ Taste

Bready and malty on entry, with a smooth, grain-driven palate that avoids heaviness despite the 11.3° original gravity. Light sweetness from the malt balances modest hop bitterness (18 IBU) in a harmonious, clean finish. The alcohol-free formulation preserves drinkability without sacrificing the essential character of a traditional Helles.

breadymalty sweetnesssmooth drinkingrestrained bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is crisp and refreshing, with lingering grain and subtle bread notes that fade gracefully. Aftertaste remains dry and clean, inviting another sip.

crisprefreshingclean dry finish
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
78
Appearance
80
Finish
77
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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