Volfas Engelman

SHORT DATED Volfas Engelman Rinktinis 5.2% (24 × 568 ml) BBD: 13.12.2025

Regular price: $49.99
Sale price: $49.99
Regular price

39 in Stock Now

Description

Rinktinis means “elite selection” and for more than a century it’s lived up to that name. This was the flagship beer of Lithuania’s greatest brewery, revived to honour its Kaunas roots.

Brewed with pure filtered water and premium pilsner malt, Rinktinis pours light gold with a soft white head. Perle and Magnum hops lend a faint floral spice; a traditional yeast keeps it smooth and balanced.

At 5.2% ABV it’s medium-bodied, easy to drink, and full of character, malty upfront with a clean, crisp finish. Unpasteurised to preserve flavour, it tastes like a fresh pour from the brewery tap. Serve well chilled (4–6 °C) for best refreshment.

This batch is short-dated (Best Before 13 Dec 2025) but will stay bright and delicious for another year if stored cool. A rare chance to enjoy authentic Baltic craftsmanship at a special clearance price.

Taste & Style

• Style: European Pale Lager

• Feel: Crisp and smooth · medium-light body

• Sweetness: Low – medium malt warmth

• Bitterness: Mild hop balance

• ABV: 5.2%

• Colour: Pale gold with good clarity

• Carbonation: Lively and refreshing

• Unpasteurised: Yes – draft-like freshness

Food & Mood Pairing

• Grilled sausages · pork ribs · smoked brisket

• Potato pancakes, schnitzel or sharp cheeses

• Perfect for BBQs, beer gardens and game nights

• Mood: laid-back, sociable, easy drinking

Good to Know

• Origin: Kaunas, Lithuania

• Brewery: Volfas Engelman (est. 1853)

• Pack: 24 × 568 ml cans

• IBU: ≈ 20 (mild)

• Serve Temp: 4–6 °C

• Cellaring: Drink fresh through 2026

We’re clearing short-dated stock (BBE Dec 2025) to make way for new shipments. The beer is in top condition and will keep fresh well beyond its date if stored cool.

At $49.99 a case, it’s a chance to enjoy a premium European lager for less.

Shipping

Pricing For 1-12 bottles, shipping is $6.99 for Auckland, $8.99 for the North Island and $11.99 for the South Island. For 13 or more bottles, shipping is $11.99 for Auckland, $14.99 for the North Island and $17.99 for the South Island.
Timing We estimate delivery to be up to 3-4 working days for urban NZ addresses, and up to 5 working days for rural delivery.
Click and Collect is available from our Albany warehouse shop. See more information here
We do not ship outside of New Zealand.
We are unable to deliver to PO Boxes.

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