1. Schmucker Rosé Bock
0,5 l : 8 % : bottle
Schmucker Brewery
Bock - Strong Lager
Wikipedia
The label implies the color... alas the pinkish color I had in mind from the last Kriek I drank wasn't what I got. It has a amberish, slightly reddish hue; produces a nice foam which sadly disperses way too fast. The smell is surprisingly fresh and fruity with a hint of marzipan, not as heavy as I'm used to from other Bock.
It's clear, thus definitely filtered and - like almost all beers in Germany - brewed according to the German Purity Law – the Reinheitsgebot. Tastewise it's a nice fine Bock, not too heavy like they usually are. It reminds me of a weaker tasting cousin of the Trappistes I like so much. Interestingly it gives a nice extra aftertaste on the back of the tongue and the palate. It's mildly carbonated; a bit more would be nice to make it a bit more fruity. All in all it is a nice Bock and I like the idea to make it a bit brighter in color. Bitterness is nicely blended in with the other taste notes of flowers and fruits. I do like the idea of a bit lighter Bock. And this could easily become my favorit Bock for now. The alcohol content is noticeable though.
Bock - Strong Lager
Wikipedia
The label implies the color... alas the pinkish color I had in mind from the last Kriek I drank wasn't what I got. It has a amberish, slightly reddish hue; produces a nice foam which sadly disperses way too fast. The smell is surprisingly fresh and fruity with a hint of marzipan, not as heavy as I'm used to from other Bock.
It's clear, thus definitely filtered and - like almost all beers in Germany - brewed according to the German Purity Law – the Reinheitsgebot. Tastewise it's a nice fine Bock, not too heavy like they usually are. It reminds me of a weaker tasting cousin of the Trappistes I like so much. Interestingly it gives a nice extra aftertaste on the back of the tongue and the palate. It's mildly carbonated; a bit more would be nice to make it a bit more fruity. All in all it is a nice Bock and I like the idea to make it a bit brighter in color. Bitterness is nicely blended in with the other taste notes of flowers and fruits. I do like the idea of a bit lighter Bock. And this could easily become my favorit Bock for now. The alcohol content is noticeable though.
Sadly the picture can't show the red hues it has.
I guess I am still a bit prejudiced towards the brewery.. even though a friends mother once worked there and almost every of our parties was sponsored by her free beer. :)
0,5 l : 5 % : bottle
Color is less attractive than my normal favorite cloudy beers... tbh it reminded me more of some visit to the doctors and a lil plastic cup... but äh away from that... a bit like a red hued light yeast beer.
No distinct smell besides some vague citrus notes. Foam dissipates fast again. Taste also is rather bland with high carbonation thats almost hurting the tip of my tongue. The slightly bitter aftertaste isn't really my thing either. I'd prefer this over a bland finnish Lager every day, alas it can't really compete with my all time favorite Schlappeseppel. I almost think that Schmucker tried to ride the wave of unfiltered Kellerbier but then decided to make it bland enough to hit the general taste. It's absolutely drinkable and seriously not bad but all in all not very spectacular. Another Schmucker.... :)
-DMW
No distinct smell besides some vague citrus notes. Foam dissipates fast again. Taste also is rather bland with high carbonation thats almost hurting the tip of my tongue. The slightly bitter aftertaste isn't really my thing either. I'd prefer this over a bland finnish Lager every day, alas it can't really compete with my all time favorite Schlappeseppel. I almost think that Schmucker tried to ride the wave of unfiltered Kellerbier but then decided to make it bland enough to hit the general taste. It's absolutely drinkable and seriously not bad but all in all not very spectacular. Another Schmucker.... :)
-DMW
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