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Warsteiner Herb

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Launched in 2013 and sold in the US as Double Hopped, Herb is the brewery's bitterer take on its Pilsener. A considerably larger dose of Hallertau aroma hops is added to the kettle at two different points during the boil, at the same 11.6 °P original gravity and 4.8 % ABV. Grassy, herbal hop aromas with a hint of lime rise from the bright pale gold beer, and the palate moves quickly from light malt sweetness to a firm bitterness that lingers well into the dry finish.

ABV
4.8%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession

AWARDS

Gold · 2025
DLG-Prämierung
Gold · 2020
DLG-Prämierung
Gold · 2016
DLG-Prämierung
★Gold — DLG-Prämierung
★Gold — DLG-Prämierung
★Gold — DLG-Prämierung
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
grassyherbalhoppy
grassy
herbal
hoppy
citrusy
malty
clean
Aroma
The nose leads with grassy and herbal hop character, lifted by a subtle citrus note of lime that adds brightness to the profile.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Warsteiner Herb

◎ Appearance

Bright pale gold with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head that clings to the glass in delicate lacing. The beer displays lively carbonation with a steady stream of tiny bubbles rising through the clear body. The visual presentation is crisp and inviting, characteristic of a well-made Pilsner.

pale goldcrystal clearpersistent headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with grassy and herbal hop character, lifted by a subtle citrus note of lime that adds brightness to the profile. The double addition of Hallertau aroma hops creates a pronounced yet balanced herbal presence without astringency. Light, clean malt notes provide a soft foundation beneath the prominent hoppy aromatics.

herbal hopsgrassylime zestclean malt backdrop

◐ Taste

The palate opens with delicate malt sweetness that quickly transitions into a firm, assertive bitterness characteristic of the brewery's hopped-up interpretation. Mid-palate reveals the herbal and grassy hop signature with dry, spicy undertones that build steadily. The bitterness is clean and well-integrated, avoiding harshness while maintaining clear hop-forward character.

firm bitternessherbal hopsdry palatecrisp finish

◑ Finish

The finish is long and dry, with lingering bitter notes that persist gracefully without becoming overly sharp. The herbal and grassy hop impression carries through to the aftertaste, leaving the mouth refreshed and ready for the next sip.

dry finishlingering bitternesshoppy aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
79
Appearance
85
Finish
75
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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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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