Wearing the art of simplicity, the Reissdorf Kölsch 33 cl showcases the craft of brewing a speciality beer with a clear imprint and an immediately recognisable style. Born in Cologne within the great Kölsch tradition, it relies on a top-fermentation that favours aromatic purity and a clean finish. Here, Brauerei Heinrich Reissdorf delivers an emblematic take on the style: clear and light, delicately hopped, its refreshing softness charms without weighing down. Balance is the watchword, like a precise stroke that sketches delicate aromas, a supple texture and a floral, mildly bitter finish, perfectly paced. This 33 cl bottle, ideal for aperitifs as well as meals, reveals measured elegance, attention to detail and exemplary drinkability. It appeals to speciality beer lovers seeking a straight, airy profile, to those who enjoy pairing subtlety with conviviality, and to anyone wanting to share a discreetly charming moment of freshness with refined simplicity.

Style et fermentation

Produced by Brauerei Heinrich Reissdorf in Cologne, the Reissdorf Kölsch honours a historic style that is clear and precise. Brewed by top-fermentation, it highlights the delicacy of barley malt and a finely tuned hopping. Its signature lies in its clarity and confident lightness, supported by moderate effervescence and a clean aromatic frame. The ingredients, water, barley malt, hops and hop extract, open up a stripped-back flavour palette where nothing is superfluous. At 4.8% ABV, it provides a perfectly tempered intensity, favouring freshness and flavour definition. The challenge is balance: a harmonious dialogue between malty sweetness and a floral hint that awakens on the palate, with no harshness, no weight, and exemplary structure. The result, faithful to the Kölsch spirit, reconciles the straightforwardness of a thirst-quenching beer with the aromatic precision of a true speciality.

Notes de dégustation

• Appearance : Clear and bright, threaded with fine bubbles that highlight its fresh look and high clarity.
• Nose : Subtle opening on floral and herbal notes, edged with a clean cereal touch, signature of precise barley malt and controlled hopping.
• Palate : Soft, refreshing attack, supple texture, harmonious mid-palate, followed by a clean finish with floral, lightly bitter inflections that extend the freshness without weighing it down.

Température de service et conseils

Serve the Reissdorf Kölsch very chilled to enhance its aromatic clarity and liveliness. Prefer a tall, slender glass that supports the floral expression and the delicate profile. Open at the moment of tasting to preserve its brilliance, and take time to observe the nose’s evolution on contact with air. Stored away from light and temperature fluctuations, it will best retain its balance and freshness.

Accords mets et bière

• Aperitifs : warm pretzels, comté gougères, delicate pickles, fish rillettes, herb cream cheese toasts.
• Starters : salmon gravlax, sea bream carpaccio with citrus, asparagus with vinaigrette, goat cheese salad with fresh herbs.
• Main courses : traditional flammekueche, white fish with lemon and herbs, roasted poultry, Wiener schnitzel, crisp sautéed vegetables.
• Cheeses : young tomme, mild gouda, Saint-Paulin, fresh curd with herbs, fresh goat cheese.
• Desserts : thin apple tart, light almond biscuit, lemon loaf, vanilla shortbread.

Moments de dégustation

Reissdorf Kölsch is the ideal companion:

• For a refined aperitif where freshness meets precision.
• During a light lunch centred on fish, salads and crisp vegetables.
• As a gift for an enthusiast who values well-executed classic styles.

Caractéristiques

• Name : Reissdorf Kölsch 33 cl
• Brand : Brauerei Heinrich Reissdorf
• Style : Kölsch, speciality beer from Cologne
• Category : Specialty beers
• Fermentation : Top-fermented
• Alcohol by volume : 4.8% ABV
• Volume : 33 cl
• Origin : Cologne, Germany
• Ingredients : water, barley malt, hops, hop extract
• Reference : CAV-BIERE-REISSDORF-KOLSCH-33