German-Style Pilsener
German Origin Lager · Brewers Association 2025
3 SRM4 SRM
- OG
- 1.044 – 1.052
- FG
- 1.006 – 1.012
- ABV
- 4.6 – 5.3 %
- IBU
- 25 – 50
- Color
German Origin Lager · Brewers Association 2025
The head should be dense, pure white, and persistent. Hop character is assertive and crisp.
Straw to gold
Appearance should be clear. Chill haze should not be present
A malty sweet aroma and flavor should be present at low levels. Light biscuity attributes may be present.
Hop aroma and flavor is moderate and pronounced, derived from late hopping (not dry hopping) with noble-type hops. Floral, herbal, peppery, or other attributes may be present.
Medium to high
Fruity-ester and DMS should not be present. These are well attenuated beers.
Low to medium-low
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Style guideline data is the work of its respective publishers, reproduced here for reference: BJCP · Brewers Association · Norbrygg · SHBF · Danske Øldommere.