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pFriem Helles Lager

Oregon
United States
Helles Lager, pFriem Family Brewers
Judges Ratings 
1 Review
93
Aroma:
23 / 24
Flavor:
38 / 40
Appearance:
6 / 6
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20
Description 

Inspired by toasty Munchen lagers, each bottle of pFriem Helles Lager is brimming with aromas of fresh bread, a touch of herb and a hint of honey. To which we can only say, “Helles yeah!”

Beverage Profile
ABV: 
4.8%
IBUs: 
25
Served at: 
40 - 45º
Hops: 
Perle, Tettnang
Malts: 
Weyermann Pilsner, Weyermann Barke Pilsner, Acidulated
Judges Review 
Richard Wong's picture
Judges Rating:
93
Aroma:
23 / 24
Appearance:
6 / 6
Flavor:
38 / 40
Mouthfeel:
8 / 10
Overall Impression:
18 / 20

Helles Lager by pFriem Family Brewers was reviewed as a ' Munich Helles ' (#4A) of the 2015 BJCP Guidelines.  The lager poured revealed a very light straw color, in fact, it was almost clear with just a splash of yellow.  Very nice and transluscent along with very tiny, effervescent bubbles ( almost champagne like ) that clung on the side of the glass.  The aroma revealed a malt sweetness ( almost honey-like ) and no hops ( okay for the style ).  The flavor had a nice malt sweetness that was very grain like, again almost honey as well balanced with very low hop bittering.  The body and mouthfeel was light to medium with a very nice carbonation that was both crisp and smooth in the palate. This beer would be a great compliment for a hot, sunny day that it is both light and thirst quenching.  Well made beer that exemplifies the style correctly.  This beer style is currently the most popular in Southern Germany.

Brewery Introduction

pFriem Brewery and its award winning tasting room is located in Hood River, OR, just south of the Washington State border and across the street from the town’s beautiful Waterfront Park. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Columbia and White Salmon rivers while savoring pFriem’s core beers and... Read More