Full body.
A frame with real heft — the palate has plenty to hold onto through the finish.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for 525
◎ Appearance
A deep copper hue dominates the glass, reflecting the Pantone 525 inspiration with warm amber undertones. The beer presents an unfiltered appearance with fine haze from the natural yeast, contributing to its rustic character. Head retention is solid, with a creamy collar that gradually recedes into delicate lacing.
◌ Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced resinous and piney notes—a signature of the aroma hops and their interplay with the copper malt base. Beneath lies a rich caramel pastry sweetness reminiscent of baked goods, alongside subtle stone fruit notes of ripe apricot. The finish of the bouquet carries a whisper of fresh conifer wood, creating an earthy, slightly woodsy undertone.
◐ Taste
The palate opens full and malty, with the Tyrolean malts delivering a soft, breadlike sweetness that anchors the mid-palate. Balanced bitterness emerges cleanly—neither overwhelming nor shy—allowing the resinous and peach-forward character to shine through without cloying. Despite its 7.8% ABV and full body, the beer maintains a refreshing snap, the natural carbonation providing lift and preventing any sense of heaviness.
◑ Finish
The finish is clean and moderately dry, with the resinous hop character lingering pleasantly into the aftertaste. A faint warmth from the alcohol presence rounds out the experience without dominating.
Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of 525
Serve at 9–12°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.
Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.
Food Pairing
What to eat with 525
About Bock
Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives
What is a Bock?
Bocks are strong German lagers with 6.5–7.5% ABV. Rich malt sweetness — toast, chocolate, caramel — with low bitterness and a warming finish.
Finding a similar Bock
hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same resinous, full-bodied, piney character as 525 will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.
