No, this is not a "blast from the past" post. I'm finally getting around to cracking open another Oktoberfest beer. Here's to hoping that it's still any good!
Beer was poured into a pilsner glass. It had a nice toffee color, with a little bit of a reddish haze to it. Little over two fingers of cream colored head with solid retention, leaving a nice ring of lacing around the glass. Aromas of malt and caramel dominate, little bit of biscuit and a faint aroma of hops. Also detect some dark fruit as well.
Beer is hop forward as it hits you relatively quickly. The malt and caramel sweetness comes through on the front end before the hops come through and the bitter aftertaste finishes it out. Could also taste roasted grains. A little oily on the tongue. Carbonation is light to medium. I think this is a solid tasting beer, decently balanced. I don't know if I like the fact that it is hop forward..I'm used to Oktoberfest's that try to bring the malt character out. Nevertheless, it never hurts to be different and separate yourself from the pack. A solid session beer.
Grade: B-
Price Paid: $1.99 (12 oz bottle)
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