Double Bock
The Boston Beer Company
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BC Review
Doppelbock
Seasonal
Massachusetts
United States
Judges Ratings 86
Aroma: 22 / 24
Flavor: 35 / 40
Appearance: 5 / 6
Mouthfeel: 8 / 10
Overall Impression: 16 / 20
Description
Intense and warming, this indulgent lager is brewed with over a half-pound of malt in each bottle, almost enough for a loaf of bread. Brewed by monks since the 13th century, double bocks are one of the original “big beers”. The bold malts create a deep mahogany color, rich caramel sweetness and smooth body that’s balanced by the subtle citrus of German Noble hops.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 9.50%
IBUs: 25
Served at: (45°)
Hops: Tettnang Tettnanger, Hallertau Mittelfrueh.
Malts: Sam Adams Two-Row Pale blend, Caramel 60.
Judges Review
By Owen Ogletree
Judges Ratings 86
Aroma: 22 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 35 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 5 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 8 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 16 / 20 / 20
Uncomplicated aromas of caramel malts, toffee, brown sugar, raisins and fig preserves on toast emerge from this clear, ruddy brown/orange lager that produces an impressive layer of thick foam. Rich malts barrage the tongue with waves of treacle, sweet crystal malt and earthy, ripe fruit. Subtle teases of toasty Munich malt melanoidins, rum, dark candy sugar and smooth alcohol also emerge as the beer warms. In regard to mouthfeel, there’s substantial viscosity in this full-bodied, strong lager that finishes with a huge emphasis on dark, caramelized sugar. Although not outstandingly multifaceted, this powerful doppelbock offers impressions of a sweet, rich, slightly earthy, dessert-like lager that packs a generous malt and alcohol punch.
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