Beer · Light & sessionable

Kölsch

Cologne's crisp ale-lager hybrid, served in skinny glasses that never stop coming.

How to order it: Delicate, dry, faintly fruity. In Cologne they replace it until you cover your glass.

Flavor profile

Sweetness3
Bitterness3
Strength3
Freshness8
Richness1
Sparkle7
Daring3

The proper serve

  • Traditional 200ml stange glass
  • Serve cold, 40–45°F
  • Small glasses, frequent refills
  • Pairs: light fare, sunny afternoons
  • Crisp like a lager, fruity like an ale
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