Augustiner Lagerbier Hell

Name: Augustiner Lagerbier Hell
Brand: Beer
SKU: 55f9abc0f70fb5da4a0da037
Rating: 3.65 (189961 reviews)

Munich Helles 5.2 º 12 IBU

Augustiner-Bräu

Augustiner Lagerbier Hell is the quintessential Munich Helles, epitomizing the mild and refreshing character of a traditional Bavarian pale lager. It presents a sophisticated balance where soft, grainy-sweet Continental Pilsner malt takes center stage, offering a gentle doughy richness. Long maturation ensures an exceptionally clean, sparkling profile with subtle hints of herbal and spicy noble hops providing a delicate sensory counterpoint. This highly drinkable lager finishes with a refined, soft dryness and a lingering suggestion of malt sweetness, making it a benchmark for the style's emphasis on elegant malt expression and effortless drinkability.

Appearance. Pale gold (approx. 4 SRM) with brilliant clarity. It features a persistent, creamy white head that leaves fine lacing on the glass.

Aroma. Moderate intensity with a dominant grainy-sweet malt bouquet reminiscent of fresh bread dough. Low spicy and floral hop notes provide a classic noble character, supported by an impeccably clean fermentation profile.

Taste. Initial impression is moderately malty with a suggestion of sweetness. Rich grainy-sweet malt flavors lead into a soft, rounded palate supported by low hop bitterness. Subtle herbal hop flavors emerge mid-palate, transitioning into a soft, dry finish with a lingering clean malt aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, well-lagered texture. Moderate carbonation provides a spritzy, refreshing sensation. No detectable alcohol warmth or astringency.

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