The Data

Country   USA

Style   Munich Helles

Retail Price   $7.99, Six Pack, 12 oz.

ABV   3.4%

In the Glass

Brilliant pale, golden color with a fine bead of bubbles and a soft white head.

The aromatics are fresh and crisp with scents of pale malt, semisweet grains, and a soft, subtle hop accent.

The palate echoes the nose delivering a light and refreshing palate entry with subtle malt notes and just enough hops to keep it crisp.

Medium to light-bodied with perfect balance thanks to a bright dose of acidity with a faint, citrus-like finish.

Cool Factor

A major US brewer in Wisconsin making a true session beer for the summer months is a very cool thing.

Value Grade

With a sticker price of $8 for the six-pack and better values to be found with the 12-packs we find this beauty from Leinenkugel's to be an excellent value.

Analysis

Leinenkugel's is a great, old family brewery founded in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin over 150 years ago. Leinenkugel's beers are now available nationwide. They offer over a dozen different styles including a collection of seasonal beers like this Session Helles. It is more session than Helles for sure as it is lighter in palate weight and flavor than a classic German Helles. This tasty and ultra refreshing beer was created to be enjoyed in the hot summer months when beers go down easy and the heat of mid-day can zap your energy. Leinenkugel's Session Helles offers more classic European flavors than the typical fizzy Lagers sold in America while being light in alcohol — making it a smart choice.

How to Enjoy

Pour in a glass and enjoy. It's perfectly balanced and proportioned making it an ideal food beer as well. Drink it up while you can as it's available February through September.