8 Ratings

Ittinger Klosterbräu

Name: Ittinger Klosterbräu
Brand: Beer
SKU: 63b952c61603da048a889115
Rating: 3.5 (8 reviews)

This Kölsch presents a remarkably clean and delicate sensory profile, characterized by its brilliant clarity and soft, approachable nature. A subtle base of grainy-sweet German Pils malt yields gentle hints of honey and freshly baked bread, complemented by a faint, crisp fruitiness reminiscent of ripe apple or pear. Traditional German hops offer a whispered floral and spicy elegance that balances the initial malty sweetness. The experience is exceptionally crisp and well-attenuated, leading to a soft, dry finish. Despite the absence of alcohol, it maintains the classic refinement and refreshing drinkability quintessential to the traditional ales of Cologne.

Appearance. Luminous medium yellow to light gold with brilliant clarity. Pours with a delicate, fine-textured white head that displays moderate persistence and light lacing.

Aroma. Low intensity with a focus on clean, grainy-sweet malt. Very subtle fruity esters of apple and pear emerge as it breathes, supported by a low floral and herbal hop character. The overall impression is fresh and balanced.

Taste. An initial impression of neutral-grainy malt sweetness moves into light bready and honey-like flavors. Medium-low bitterness provides enough structure to balance the malt without becoming dominant. Hop flavors are low and floral. The palate is soft and rounded, concluding with a dry, crisp, and clean finish.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with a smooth, soft texture. Carbonation is medium-high, providing a lively, refreshing prickle on the tongue. There is zero alcohol warmth, making it highly sessionable and light.

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