A sharp texture drives the beer — a clean, direct pour with room for the palate to fill in.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Heide Craft Sommer Session
◎ Appearance
Pours a bright, pale yellow with a soft haze characteristic of an unfiltered lager. The head is modest and fine-grained, settling to a thin collar with delicate lacing around the glass. Carbonation is lively and visible, creating steady streams of small bubbles that maintain the beer's visual liveliness.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by the trio of dry-hop varieties: bright grapefruit and citrus peel from Amarillo and Citra, with ripe tropical notes of passion fruit and mango from Mosaic. Beneath the aromatic hop profile sits a clean, light grain foundation with subtle Pilsner-malt sweetness. The overall impression is fresh and garden-like, without any harsh or oxidative notes.
◐ Taste
Entry is clean and crisp, with immediate citrus character that carries through the mid-palate alongside tropical fruit notes. The 24 IBU contribute a balanced, measured bitterness that integrates smoothly rather than asserting dominance; it fades quickly into the finish. The light body and dry finish prevent any cloying sweetness, allowing the hop-derived flavors to remain the focal point throughout.
◑ Finish
The aftertaste is short and clean, with lingering citrus notes that echo the aroma without becoming astringent. The beer leaves the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip, with no heavy residue or sticky sweetness.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of Heide Craft Sommer Session
Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The sturdy German stein maintains temperature and keeps carbonation intact. Built for long, convivial drinking.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Food Pairing
What to eat with Heide Craft Sommer Session
About Dry-Hopped Lager
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What is a Dry-Hopped Lager?
Dry-Hopped Lager is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.
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