Augustiner Edelstoff – Munich’s Golden Export Lager

Aroma

Augustiner Edelstoff opens with an elegant, refined aroma of soft malt, light honey sweetness, and gentle herbal hops. Subtle floral notes and a touch of fresh grass linger in the background, giving it a bright, inviting bouquet that promises a smooth and refreshing lager experience.

Appearance

Pouring a clear, brilliant pale gold with a steady, snowy white head, Edelstoff looks as premium as it tastes. Its sparkling clarity and fine carbonation create a lively, effervescent beer that catches the light beautifully, making it a true showpiece in the glass.

Taste

Smooth, crisp, and delicately balanced, Augustiner Edelstoff is a classic Munich Export lager. The flavour begins with soft, bready malt and a touch of honeyed sweetness, followed by light herbal hop notes that add just the right amount of balance. A subtle, rounded bitterness leads to a clean, refreshing finish that makes Edelstoff endlessly drinkable. At 5.6% ABV, it’s slightly stronger than a Helles, offering a touch more body and character without sacrificing its trademark smoothness.

Style: Golden Export Lager
ABV: 5.6%
Brewery: Augustiner Bräu, Munich, Germany

Why Choose Augustiner Edelstoff?

• Classic Munich Export lager with refined flavour

• Elegant aroma of malt, honey, and herbal hops

• Smooth, crisp, and slightly stronger than a Helles

• Brewed under the German Beer Purity Law (Reinheitsgebot)

• From Augustiner Bräu, Munich’s oldest independent brewery (est. 1328)

• ABV: 5.6% – premium yet highly drinkable

About Augustiner Edelstoff

Brewed by Augustiner Bräu, Munich’s oldest independent brewery, Edelstoff is an iconic beer beloved both locally and internationally. Known as an Export lager – a style brewed slightly stronger for added shelf life – it has a fuller flavour and smoothness that sets it apart from standard Helles lagers. For many, Edelstoff represents the perfect balance between easy-drinking refreshment and premium Bavarian craftsmanship.

Founded in 1328, Augustiner Bräu has nearly 700 years of brewing tradition and remains family-owned to this day. Their dedication to brewing under the Reinheitsgebot (German Beer Purity Law) ensures that every sip of Edelstoff showcases the finest malt, hops, water, and yeast, with no shortcuts and no compromises.

About Augustiner Bräu

Augustiner Bräu is Munich’s oldest independent brewery, founded in 1328 by Augustinian monks. Situated in the heart of Bavaria’s capital, the brewery has been perfecting its craft for nearly 700 years, adhering to traditional methods while producing some of the most respected beers in Germany. Still family-owned, Augustiner Bräu is celebrated for its commitment to quality and for brewing according to the Reinheitsgebot – the German Beer Purity Law – using only malt, hops, yeast, and water.

Their Helles is a flagship beer, beloved in Munich beer gardens, at Oktoberfest celebrations, and by beer lovers worldwide. Brewed slowly for maximum flavour development, Augustiner Helles is a shining example of why Munich is considered the home of the world’s finest lagers.

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