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Hofbräu Dunkel
Hofbräuhaus München


- From:
- Hofbräuhaus München
- Germany
- Style:
- Munich Dunkel
Ranked #64 - ABV:
- 5.5%
- Score:
- 86
Ranked #20,702 - Avg:
- 3.8 | pDev: 11.58%
- Reviews:
- 435
- Ratings:
- Status:
- Active
- Rated:
- Nov 17, 2023
- Added:
- Jan 18, 2003
- Wants:
- 50
- Gots:
- 317
Dark specialties were being made in Bavaria long before the advent of pale specialties. Over the years, Hofbrau Dunkel lost nothing of its popularity. With the rich flavour, it remains a refreshing beverage, suitable for all occasions. A traditional Munich deliciousness.
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Reviewed by BillyNoonan from Ireland
3.77/5 rDev -0.8%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
3.77/5 rDev -0.8%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Dark foamy goodness. Poured from bottle, settle comfortably into burnt brown froth. Roasty, dark stone fruit aroma. Molasses and malt tickle the tastebuds. Fullish feel. Good ole reliable.
Nov 17, 2023Rated by matcris from Arizona
4/5 rDev +5.3%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
4/5 rDev +5.3%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Always in the fridge. Crisp and clean. A game day standard for me.
Oct 19, 2023Reviewed by Tshane from Michigan
4.19/5 rDev +10.3%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25
4.19/5 rDev +10.3%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25
Very nice color and roasty, light malty caramel but pretty light overall flavor.
It's a beer with a little more body than most but which you could still drink after a lawn mowing session -- Not that I would, because there are better beers for that.
Oct 10, 2023It's a beer with a little more body than most but which you could still drink after a lawn mowing session -- Not that I would, because there are better beers for that.
Reviewed by JRWTaiwan
4.34/5 rDev +14.2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5
4.34/5 rDev +14.2%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.5
Picked it up for 50 Taiwan dollars, ($1.50 USD) on discount. It’s hard to find good beer here, and this one really hits the spot. It’s dark, but not burnt tasting, very well balanced. Not too sweet, just the right balance of hops and malts. Drinks smooth, and carbonation isn’t too strong.
Sep 27, 2023Rated by Nass from Florida
3.64/5 rDev -4.2%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 2.75 | overall: 3.5
3.64/5 rDev -4.2%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 2.75 | overall: 3.5
The pour is umber brown with a moderate amount of carbonation. The taste is roasted malt, & a touch of caramel sweetness. Cheers! B
Sep 15, 2023Reviewed by CarolinaCardinals from North Carolina
4.04/5 rDev +6.3%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
4.04/5 rDev +6.3%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Enjoyed a half liter serving at HF-Cleveland on 8-7-23 for $6.99.
Beer was served in a dimpled mug with a decent head.
Nose had hints of sweet malts and floral hops.
Taste was really good, a light malt base that was ever so slightly roasted with chocolate notes was the predominant flavor with a perfect amount of hopping to balance the sweet malts perfectly.
Mouthfeel was light bodied and both smooth and refreshing.
Overall a very enjoyable Dunkel, will keep my eye out for a sixer the next time beer shopping!
Aug 07, 2023Beer was served in a dimpled mug with a decent head.
Nose had hints of sweet malts and floral hops.
Taste was really good, a light malt base that was ever so slightly roasted with chocolate notes was the predominant flavor with a perfect amount of hopping to balance the sweet malts perfectly.
Mouthfeel was light bodied and both smooth and refreshing.
Overall a very enjoyable Dunkel, will keep my eye out for a sixer the next time beer shopping!
Reviewed by vette2006c5r from Minnesota
4/5 rDev +5.3%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
4/5 rDev +5.3%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Hofbräu Dunkel pours a darker brown color with a long-lasting white head. THe aroma is sweet and creamy, with a sharp cereal sting. The flavor is the same, a bit sweeter and creamy, with sharp cereal notes. Good body and feel. Overall, a little sweeter but very approachable.
May 05, 2023
Hofbräu Dunkel from Hofbräuhaus München
Beer rating:
86 out of
100 with
1492 ratings
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