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Eraclea Mediterranean Pilsner

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A bright golden pilsner built on Eraclea, a Mediterranean brewing barley grown along the northern Adriatic coast between Venice and Trieste. It gives the beer a full yet easy-drinking, delicate malt flavour. The hops are Aurora and Bobek from neighbouring Slovenia, which add floral notes of lavender and violet, a hint of blackcurrant and an intense but harmonious pils bitterness that echoes into the finish. Lively and refreshing; suggested with zander, paella or risotto.

ABV
4.9%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter40 IBU
Herbal, floral bitterness
SRM
pale gold3
PaceSession

AWARDS

Germany Bronze · 2023
World Beer Awards
Germany Bronze · 2025
World Beer Awards
★Germany Bronze — World Beer Awards
★Germany Bronze — World Beer Awards
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
floralmaltyberry
floral
malty
berry
clean
hoppy
Aroma
The nose opens with delicate floral impressions—lavender and violet from the Aurora and Bobek hops—layered over subtle notes of blackcurrant and stone fruit.
not found:juicy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Eraclea Mediterranean Pilsner

◎ Appearance

A bright golden hue with excellent clarity, showcasing the beer's pale malt character and clean fermentation. The head forms with fine, tight bubbles that cling persistently to the glass, demonstrating strong carbonation and good protein balance. Lively and inviting, with a luminous quality typical of well-crafted pilsners.

bright goldfine carbonationpersistent headcrystal clear

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with delicate floral impressions—lavender and violet from the Aurora and Bobek hops—layered over subtle notes of blackcurrant and stone fruit. Beneath these, the Eraclea barley contributes a soft, refined grain sweetness with a faint honey undertone. The overall character is elegant and restrained, with no harsh alcohol or adjunct notes intruding.

lavenderviolet floralsoft grainblackcurrant hint

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a crisp, well-integrated malt body—neither overly sweet nor thin—that speaks to the quality of the Mediterranean barley. The hops arrive with their characteristic floral and berry character, building into a clean, harmonious bitterness that sits comfortably at 40 IBU. The finish is dry and linear, with the pilsner bitterness lingering without harshness, inviting another sip.

balanced maltharmonious bitternesscrisp finishclean palate

◑ Finish

The bitterness extends into a medium-length finish, echoing the floral and herbal notes without becoming astringent. A whisper of grain sweetness retreats gracefully, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for the next course or sip.

medium lengthfloral echorefreshing
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
83
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
79
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Eraclea Mediterranean Pilsner

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve well-chilled at 4–6°C for maximum crispness. A pilsner served too warm loses its defining snap.

Pilsner glass
Recommended for this style

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.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Eraclea Mediterranean Pilsner

About German Pilsner

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

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.

Finding a similar German Pilsner

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