Style: Lager

ABV: 5.5

91/100

Aroma:	11
Appearance:	3
Flavor:	18
Mouthfeel:	5

Outer Range Brewing Co Hirschgarten Helles Lager

What the brewers say

“Traditional Munich helles with notes of graham cracker and honey.”

What our panel thought

“A modern twist on a classic style. Sweet grainy aroma with a nice touch of peach. Pumpernickel doughy malt plus an herbal and citrusy flavor, like light cucumber and soft oregano. Well balanced between the pleasant bitterness and sweetness. Hearty mouthfeel but very soft and unassuming. Spry malt character ends in a very clean and quick finish.”

What our editors thought

“Light nutty malt nose that carries through with rustic almond and yellow floral notes. Substantial.”

Review printed in: Cold Comforts: Unique Insights From Lager Brewers (June-July 2022) (View All Issues)

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