Thisted Bryghus Porse Guld Export Beer 33 cl 5,8%

Every August, people from near and far gather in Thy National Park to pick bog myrtle - a tradition that since 1984 has given Thisted Bryghus the ingredient for one of its most beloved export beers.

Expert description of Thisted Bryghus Porse Guld

Since 1984, Porse Guld has been one of Thisted Bryghus's best known export beers - valued for its full, aromatic flavour and strong ties to the local region. The secret behind this classic lies in the hand-picked bog myrtle from Thy National Park, which partly replaces the bittering compounds of hops and gives the beer its distinctive, spiced character.

Over the years, Porse Guld has achieved near cult status, not least among the young people of Thy, where the August bog myrtle picking has become a local tradition bringing people together across generations. That makes the beer more than just an export beer - it is part of the region's identity.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

Spiced bog myrtle with a hint of malt, different from typical hop aroma.

Taste

Full and aromatic with a lightly spiced bitterness from the bog myrtle.

Finish

Clean and spiced with a mild, lingering bitterness.

Specifications

Name: Porse Guld
Brewery: Thisted Bryghus
Country/Region: Thisted, Denmark
Beer Style: Export Beer
ABV: 5.8%
Size: 33 CL
EAN: 57109657
Serving Suggestion: Best enjoyed at 6-8°C as a fresh everyday beer

Flavour Profile

Spiced · Aromatic · Full-bodied · Fresh

Did You Know?

Bog myrtle is a wild plant growing in Thy National Park, historically used as a substitute for hops before hop cultivation became widespread. Thisted Bryghus's annual August bog myrtle picking remains a living tradition to this day.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Thisted Bryghus Porse Guld

What does Porse Guld taste like?

It tastes full and aromatic with a lightly spiced bitterness from the bog myrtle, giving it a different character from a typically hopped beer.

Is Porse Guld worth it?

Yes, it is a well-balanced export beer with a unique, local history at a very accessible price.

What temperature should it be served at?

6-8°C is ideal for a fresh everyday beer like Porse Guld. Choose a wide beer glass to get the most out of the aromas.

What is bog myrtle?

A wild plant from Thy National Park, historically used as a substitute for hops, giving the beer its distinctive, spiced character.

Where does Thisted Bryghus come from?

From Thisted in North Jutland, where the brewery has existed since 1902.

Why does Porse Guld have cult status in Thy?

Because the annual August bog myrtle picking has become a local tradition bringing people together from near and far, creating a strong tie to the region.