Klieg Kölsch

Arches Brewing

Klieg Kölsch
Bev Blackwood Story by: Bev Blackwood
Published: October 4, 2022 | Updated: February 19, 2025

Kölsch
Limited Release
Georgia
United States

Judges Ratings 94

Aroma: 22 / 24
Flavor: 37 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20

Description

Klieg is a light, golden, beer that is top-fermented and well-lagered. Expect doughy pilsner malt up front and a crisp hop finish.

Beverage Profile

ABV: 5.00%
IBUs: 22
Served at: ()
Hops: Tettnang
Malts: Barke Pilsner

Judges Review

Michael Heniff picture

By Michael Heniff

Judges Ratings 94

Aroma: 22 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 37 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 10 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 19 / 20 / 20

Klieg Kölsch by Arches Brewing is being evaluated as a Kölsch (category 5B in the 2021 BJCP Beer Style Guidelines). The Kölsch style is a German ale that has a delicate balance of malt, hops and esters.

Klieg pours golden in color with excellent clarity and a small white head. The aroma is delicate with a light pils malt complemented by a light floral hop and a hint of berry-like ester. The flavor has a similar profile as the aroma. The beer finishes lightly bittered with a light pils malt lingering over a dry, crisp finish and a hint of hops.

Klieg is a solid Kölsch. This exceptional beer has an excellent, delicate balance between the malt, hops and esters. The finish is dry and crisp. This beer is extremely quaffable.

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