Helles
Helles is a German-style lager that first appeared in Munich in 1894. It was a Bavarian answer to light Czech pilsner. Although Bavaria heavily relied on strong and dark lagers, the popularity of crisp and golden pilsner beers influenced Bavarian brewers to start producing a similar style.
Traditional Helles is typically more malt-forward and has a firmer body than pilsner and other lager styles, but still remains soft and medium-bodied. It is clean, easy-drinking, refined, fresh, and dry, with light hop bitterness and subtle malt sweetness.
Helles-style beers are typically quite refreshing and usually range from 4.8 to 5.2% ABV, but those above 5% are often classified as Bavarian Export. Helles lagers would pair well with light dishes, including salads and seafood, but they can also match spicy and flavor-packed dishes, as well as traditional German fare and mild cheese varieties.
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