Crisp Pilsner in 7 days?? Impossible!
- Øystein Bakken Vold
- May 22
- 2 min read
Updated: 6 days ago
Think brewing a clean, crisp pilsner takes weeks of lagering and cold conditioning? Think again. We’re flipping the script on traditional lager brewing with one secret weapon:
K.22 Stalljen Multi-Strain Kveik.

Modern Brewing Meets Nordic Fermentation

Ingredients for a Stalljen Kveik Pilsner
Base Malt:
Bonsak Malt Fairytale Pilsner Malt 86%
Bonsak Malt Munich Malt 7%
Stangeland Mølle Flaked Oats 7%
Hops:
Magnum 60min (14.3 IBU)
Saaz 25min (11.4 IBU)
Yeast:
Stalljen Kveik 60g/HL
Water Profile:
Slightly Softened to match a classic German Pilsner sulfate/chloride ratio to promote a crisp, dry finish. Targeting approximately 50ppm Calcium, 60ppm Sulfate, and 60ppm Chloride.
Brewing Process
Mash: Double Decoction 90min Mash 65ºC - PH 5.3 (lactic acid)
Boil: 90min
Chilling: 12ºC
Fermentation: 12ºC
Conditioning: 1- 2 Weeks (while the yeast leaves very little off-tastes, other ingredients will take some time to settle).
Packaging: Carbonate to 2.5–2.8 volumes of CO₂ for a refreshing, sparkling finish.
Tasting Notes
● Appearance: Pale gold with a bright, clear body and a dense white head.
● Flavor: Crisp malt backbone with a refreshing, balanced bitterness. Slight Citrus notes.
● Mouthfeel: Light-bodied, smooth, and effervescent.