Beer: Doppel-Hirsch
Type: Doppelbock
Region: Germany
Rating: Expert
Doppelbock or double bock is a Bavarian speciality beer that was first brewed by the Minims, an order of monks founded by St. Francis of Paula. Alcohol content ranges from 6% to over 10% by volume. Historic versions had lower alcohol content and higher sweetness, and were considered "liquid bread" by the monks. Ah, those Bavarian monks! I call it, liquid gold!
Poured from a 500ml bottle with a hinged pop top, it is a slightly hazed medium-brown colour with a thin tan head.
The smell is of strong caramel, with an earthy, slightly fruity undertone.
The taste is of caramel. Sweet, yet not too...Balanced by an earthy bitterness, and a clean finish. This is an authentic Bavarian Doppelbock.
Overall, this is easy to drink if you are familiar with a bock type beer. Otherwise, one may find it too sweet or too caramelly. And at 7.2% alc, a few of these and you'd be feeling no pain until the morning. But this is not a beer to get your hammer on. It is best enjoyed with venison or lamb, or a nice hearty stew.
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