Pure Project ‘Rain’ Unfiltered Pilsner

Rating:

“A crushably crisp and clean Pilsner, built with only the finest ingredients. A single-malt and single-hop brew, using Organic Weyermann Pilsner Malt from Germany,, with a modest addition of Hallertau Mittelfruh hops. Bone dry and beautifully bright. Pure drinkability.”

Glassware: Flute.

Appearance: Slightly cloudy, pale light golden hue and a monstrous four finger head which gradually peels off. Healthy lace trails follow it down.

Aroma: Strikes us as more of a German Pilsner. And a bloody impressive one at that! Distinct Noble hop spiciness, mildew, florals and an almost Nelson-esque green grapes/white wine character. Definitely getting fresh herbs like parsley and coriander amongst a soft grain profile of rice crackers and corn flakes. Lovely aroma.

Flavour: Sticking to its traditional German Pilsner roots with bright floral overtones, earthy spice and fresh herbs. Subtle cereal grains, savoury rice crackers and a mild hop bitterness ensures a clean pathway to the crisp, spicy and herbaceous finish which dries out the longer it sits on the back end.

Mouthfeel: Very soft but with a crisp bitterness that develops post swallow. Mild-moderate body and a slightly higher yet nicely positioned 5.3% ABV.

Overall: That’s a damn fine Pilsner. One we didn’t know they possessed in their arsenal. The unfiltered part didn’t go unnoticed either, certainly adding an extra tannic quality to it. Classy stuff.