Beer Profile

Smoked Helles

Smoked Helles presents a pale golden hue typical of the traditional Helles style, with a subtle smoky aroma derived from an unusual blend of beech, peach, and pecan woods. The smoke character gently infuses the malt backbone, offering a balanced interplay of toasted bread and light sapidity without overpowering the crisp, clean malt sweetness. At 4.9% ABV, this beer maintains an approachable lightness with a smooth mouthfeel, making the smoked notes linger on the palate alongside a hint of nutty complexity. It provides a nuanced variation on the classic style, combining familiar pilsner clarity with a delicate, wood-smoky twist.

Helles • 4.9% ABV

Brewed By Diatribe Brewing Co.

Asheville, North Carolina

On the west end of Haywood Road, this West Asheville brewery operates in a city already known for a dense and varied beer scene. A visitor should expect a neighborhood taproom rather than a destinati…

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