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Bavik Super Pils if you want a pilsner with backbone and presence,
DAB Pils if you want something lighter and more delicate.
Both clock in at the same 38 IBUs, but Bavik's extra 0.4% ABV translates to noticeably more malt weight and staying power. DAB feels like the classic German everyday beer—elegant restraint. Bavik feels like it's earned its seat at the table.
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Tasting notes
Bavik Super Pils
Bavik hits you with a snappy, herbal hop bite right off the bat, but there's real substance underneath. The malt backbone is toasted, almost bready, and it doesn't fade into the background like some pilsners do. There's a slightly peppery finish that clings to your palate in the best way. This is a pilsner that demands attention, not one you'll forget halfway through the glass.
DAB Pils
DAB is the opposite approach—it's all about refinement and restraint. The bitterness is precise and clean, not aggressive. The malt is soft, almost delicate, with a faint honey sweetness that emerges on the finish. It's built for sessionability and drinkability. If Bavik is a handshake, DAB is a nod—respectful, efficient, and perfectly calibrated.
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