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A must see while in Cologne, there are some good beers in the area too! When having Koelsch in you have to tell the waiter when to stop bringing beer not when you want another.

Koelsch-Style Ale
Aroma: Light hop aroma, German noble or Czech Saaz hops, giving a light fruitiness. Maltiness none to low. No diacetyl, as this is a lagered beer resulting in a clean finish with just a hint of fruitiness from primary fermentation at ale temperatures. Low sulfur aroma, similar to that of pale continental lagers, is acceptable, particularly in a young Koelsch.

Appearance: Very pale to light gold. Very clear/brilliant. White head lingers as Belgian lace on the sides of the glass.

Flavor: Soft, rounded palate; light hop fruitiness and a delicate dryness to slight sweetness in the finish. Clean fermentation with just a little residual fruitiness from ale fermentation temperatures. No diacetyl. Medium-low bitterness. Balanced toward bitterness but malt character should not be completely overshadowed.

Mouthfeel: Light side of medium body. Medium carbonation. Smooth, crisp mouthfeel.

Overall Impression: A delicately balanced beer with just a hint of flavor/aroma hops and fruitiness that finishes dry to slightly sweet with a crisply refreshing bitterness over a base of smooth, rounded Pils malt flavor.

History: As an appellation, the Koelsch name can only be used for beers brewed in Koeln (Cologne), Germany, where it is a native style.

Comments: Brewed at ale temperatures, then cold conditioned to reduce fermentation byproducts.

Ingredients: European hops only. Pils malt; small amounts of wheat may be used (<25%).

Vital Statistics: OG: 1.040-1.048
IBUs: 16-30 FG: 1.008-1.013
SRM: 3.5-5 ABV: 4.0-5.0%

Commercial Examples: Available in Koeln only: Malzmuehle, Hellers, PJFrueh, Paeffgen, Sion, Kueppers. In the US: Hollywood Blonde.

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• Pros:Good Beer
• Cons:Not enough time there
• In a nutshell:Have to go again! For Carnival!