Carlsberg Elephant (pack of 6) (7.2%)

Carlsberg Elephant is a Danish Helles Bock brewed by Carlsberg in Copenhagen. First introduced in 1959, it was originally developed in 1955 as a Special Export for the African market. It is brewed with water, barley malt and hop extract, with a generous proportion of malt giving a vinous, full-bodied character. The bock-style approach prioritises malt depth and higher alcohol over the lighter profile of the flagship Carlsberg Pilsner. The nose opens with pronounced maltiness and honey sweetness, followed by floral hop notes and subtle fruit, particularly ripe apple and melon, with a gentle woody undertone. On the palate, malt arrives first with caramel and honey tones, building into a medium-full body, with apple, banana and melon before a dry bitterness. The finish is moderately long, with dry hop bitterness and lingering oak, bark, nuts and pine needles.