Piwex Alt-Beer

Name: Piwex Alt-Beer
Brand: Beer
SKU: 63492c821603da4d0c49c8b8
Rating: 3.52 (164 reviews)

Düsseldorf Altbier 5.5 º 40 IBU

Piwex

This Altbier presents a refined balance between expressive maltiness and a clean, lager-conditioned crispness. The sensory profile is defined by a rich, bready core reminiscent of toasted crusts and toasted nuts, avoiding any dark roasted or chocolate notes. A distinct herbal hop character emerges on the nose and palate, providing a firm bitterness that cuts through the malt weight. Well-attenuated and smooth, it concludes with a dry, rześkość (crispness) and a lingering, clean bitterness. Its copper brilliance and creamy head reflect a traditional approach to this top-fermented, cold-conditioned German classic, emphasizing a high level of attenuation and drinkability.

Appearance. Brilliant clarity with a color ranging from deep amber to bronze-copper (approx. 12-15 SRM). It supports a thick, creamy, and long-lasting off-white head with good lacing.

Aroma. Moderate to high malt intensity featuring rich, grainy-sweet notes of baked bread and toasted bread crusts. Hop aroma is low to moderate with a distinctively herbal and slightly spicy character. The fermentation profile is very clean with no significant esters.

Taste. The initial impression is one of rich, toasted malt and bread crust flavors. A firm herbal bitterness immediately balances the malt sweetness, leading to a very dry, clean finish. Hop flavor is moderate and herbal. Bitterness is assertive but smooth, lacking harshness. No roasted or burnt malt flavors are present.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, velvety palate. Carbonation is medium-high, contributing to the crisp, lager-like finish. Alcohol warmth is very low and well-integrated; astringency is negligible.

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