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Widmer Brothers Alt Bier

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The first beer Widmer Brothers ever brewed is a traditional German ale: assertively bitter, with a potent hop bitterness balanced by Munich and caramel malts. A clean, dry, roasted finish closes a deep amber pour. Kurt and Rob Widmer founded Widmer Brothers in 1984; the brewery continues to brew unique interpretations of traditional beer styles.

ABV
5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
amber14
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
hoppyroastedmalty
hoppy
roasted
malty
clean
caramel
Aroma
Assertive noble hop character dominates the nose, with herbal and slightly floral notes.
not found:juicy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Widmer Brothers Alt Bier

◎ Appearance

Deep amber pour with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. The color suggests substantial Munich and caramel malt content, while the carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated. Head retention is strong and forms a tight collar that gradually disperses.

deep amberclearfine lacingpersistent head

◌ Aroma

Assertive noble hop character dominates the nose, with herbal and slightly floral notes. Beneath the hop intensity, Munich malt brings warmth and a subtle bread-crust quality, complemented by light caramel undertones. The overall impression is clean and integrated, with no rough edges.

herbal hopsMunich maltcaramel notesclean

◐ Taste

Entry is dry and focused, with immediate hop bitterness that carries through the mid-palate without overwhelming. Munich and caramel malts provide a supporting sweetness that balances the assertive bittering, creating tension and complexity. A roasted undertone emerges in the mid-palate, adding depth and preventing one-dimensionality.

assertive bitternessmalt balanceroasted characterdry palate

◑ Finish

Dry, clean finish with lingering hop bitterness and a subtle roasted note that fades gradually. The aftertaste is crisp and refreshing, with no cloying sweetness or astringency.

dry finishroasted notesclean aftertaste
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
76
Taste
79
Appearance
80
Finish
77
Serve at 8–11°C

Serve at 8–11°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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What is a Altbier?

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