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Almaza Pilsner
Brasserie Almaza
Almaza is Lebanon’s first beer, brewed in Beirut since 1933. Its name means «diamond» in Arabic. A light pilsner suited to the Mediterranean climate and Lebanese mezze.
📍 Beirut, Lebanon
In a nutshell
European Pilsner · 4.2% ABV · 🇱🇧 Lebanon. Perfect with Lebanese mezze.
📊 Specs
4.2%
ABV
20
IBU
8
EBC
4–6°C
Serve at
330ml
Format
🍺
Straight glass
👃 Tasting notes
Appearance
Pale gold, white head
Aroma
Light malt, slight biscuit, clean
Taste
Light and smooth, low bitter, Mediterranean finesse
Finish
Very short, clean, refreshing
🍽️ Food pairing
- Lebanese mezze
- Tabbouleh
- Kibbeh
- Lebanese grills
🏭 The brewery
Brasserie Almaza
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Almaza Pilsner?
Almaza Pilsner has an ABV of 4.2%. That figure is its alcohol percentage, or ABV. It is a light beer, to be enjoyed in moderation.
Where does Almaza Pilsner come from?
Almaza Pilsner is brewed by Brasserie Almaza in Beirut, Lebanon.
What food pairs well with Almaza Pilsner?
Almaza Pilsner pairs beautifully with: Lebanese mezze, Tabbouleh, Kibbeh.
How should Almaza Pilsner be served?
Serve Almaza Pilsner at 4–6°C in a Straight glass. It is a European Pilsner style beer.
🧭 Tasting and serving
Almaza Pilsner, an European Pilsner brewed to 4.2% ABV, 20 IBU, 8 EBC. The beer comes from Brasserie Almaza, in Beirut, Lebanon. Its 8 EBC puts it in the pale gold range, and 20 IBU translates to restrained bitterness. Side by side, it pours pale gold, white head; it smells of light malt, slight biscuit, clean; the palate is light and smooth, low bitter, Mediterranean finesse; it ends very short, clean, refreshing. It is best served at 4–6°C in a straight glass and commonly sold in 330ml. Classic pairings include Lebanese mezze, Tabbouleh, Kibbeh and Lebanese grills.