Schell's No Frills Pils. German -style Pilsner.
5% ABV, August Schell Brewing, New Ulm, Mn.
Years ago, the August Schell Brewing Company had a beer called Schell's Pilsner. It was good. Even I like it. And I don't really go for lagers. Then it was switched to Schell's Pils. This lasted for years, until it was dropped and later replaced by Keller Pils, which was very well received. And it went away. Now, this. Personally, I want to see this brewery pick a pilsner and stick with it. Maybe this time it will happen, maybe not. We'll see. Meanwhile, let's try it out.
Clear, bright yellow, small white head.
In the nose: Lightly floral, slightly sweet. Minor hops. Mildly malty.
In the mouth: Light bodied. Malty flavors, played in a minor key. Delicate flavors unfold as we drink deeper down. Hops are more on the march, bitterness is small and plays well on the palate. Light, refreshing and definitely drinkable.
I don't mind this one tiny bit. And I didn't detect a single frill anywhere in it. Someone who requires a pilsner devoid of hop bitterness might, though.
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