
Helles Lager
ABV 4.8%
IBU 25
FLAVOR PROFILE
Golden, Toasty, Sessionable
AVAILABILITY
Spring Seasonal
INGREDIENTS
MALT
Weyermann Pilsner, Gambrinus Pilsner, Canadian Pilsner, Acidulated
HOPS
Perle, Tettnang
YEAST
Lager
Golden, Toasty, Sessionable
Spring Seasonal
Weyermann Pilsner, Gambrinus Pilsner, Canadian Pilsner, Acidulated
Perle, Tettnang
Lager
When the golden and clean lagers of Plzen (Bohemia) became all the rage in the mid-1800's, München brewers feared that Germans would start drinking the Czech beer vs. their own. Munich Helles Lager was their answer to meet the demand. A bit maltier, they often share the same spicy hop characters of Czech Pils, but are a bit more subdued and in balance with the malts. 'Helles' is German for 'bright'.
Extra golden with a bright white pillowy head. Aromas of fresh bread, a touch of herb, with a hint of honey. Goes down with a full mouthfeel that is rich, savory and smooth. A toasty finish balanced with a touch of sweetness.
Helles is a great sandwich or pressed Panini beer. Great with delicate fish- sole, plaice, flounder, and turbot. Also works well with shellfish- clams, crab, and scallops. Excellent with Sushi. light pasta dishes work well with oil-based or creamed sauces.
2019 - Bronze - Australian International Beer Awards
2019 - #2 - 102 of the Best Craft Lagers - PASTE Magazine
2018 - Silver - North American Beer Awards
2018 - Gold - Australian International Beer Awards
2018 - #84 - Top 100 Beers of 2018 - The Beer Connoisseur
2018 - 93 Points - The Beer Connoisseur
2017 - Bronze - Australian International Beer Awards
2017 - Gold - North American Beer Awards
2017 - Best in Show - April Brews Day 2017