My local beer shop (Liquorama, in Upland, California) had six packs of this in stock, the first time I have ever seen it in SoCal. I have always wanted to try Pfriem Pilsner, because I’ve seen it on multiple lists of great beers, and I have even brewed a clone recipe of it from Carpenter’s Lager book.
Hands down, Pfriem Pilsner is an absolutely stellar beer. I am usually fairly skeptical of the descriptions posted in reviews or brewery ad copy, but this is one where they actually undersold the beer a bit. It really does have an amazing aroma of fresh grass and lemon, and the malt flavor is just a spectacular. The head on the pour from the can was tall and had fine bubbles, with ridiculously long head retention. I am envious of those who have it as a local beer! It is absolutely exquisite.
I’ll be darned. I live in NorCal but have family in Upland and I go there all the time. I’m going back down in a few days so please leave me a six pack of Pfriem Pilsner at Liquorama!!
When I’m down there I make a point to stop at Bourbon Street Liquor off Mountain Ave because they have a great selection of Enegren lagers, which are also stellar.