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Whitewater Helles Lager

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A traditional helles with a hoppy aroma, a light, slightly sweet malt body and restrained bitterness. Juicy German Hallertau Blanc hops lead, with Spalt Select adding a touch of bitterness. At 4.2% ABV, brewed in Castlewellan and available in cans only, 330 ml and 440 ml.

ABV
4.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
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
hoppyjuicyclean
hoppy
juicy
clean
bready
malty
Aroma
Hallertau Blanc hops lead with a crisp, floral and slightly fruity character that evokes green apple and fresh citrus peel.
not found:piney,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Whitewater Helles Lager

◎ Appearance

Pale golden hue with excellent clarity and fine, white head that persists across the glass with steady lacing. Bright carbonation animates the body with a consistent stream of fine bubbles. The overall impression is clean and inviting, true to the helles tradition.

pale goldenclearpersistent headfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

Hallertau Blanc hops lead with a crisp, floral and slightly fruity character that evokes green apple and fresh citrus peel. Beneath lies a soft, slightly sweet malt foundation with hints of bread grain. The aromatic profile is refined and restrained, without aggressive hop intensity.

Hallertau Blanc floralsgreen apple, citrussoft malt sweetnessclean, restrained

◐ Taste

Entry is light and slightly sweet, with gentle malt-driven body that emphasizes grain character over richness. Mid-palate remains soft with modest hop bitterness from Spalt Select adding a touch of herbal definition. The finish is dry without harsh edges, and the low alcohol keeps the beer refreshing and sessionable.

light bodymalt-forwardgentle bitternessdry, crisp finish

◑ Finish

Clean, dry conclusion with lingering subtle hop bitterness and grain dryness. Aftertaste is brief and pleasant, leaving the palate fresh and ready for the next sip.

drybrief aftertasterefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
80
Taste
78
Appearance
82
Finish
76
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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