This dark & intriguing Schwarzbier is brewed with Chocolate Malt and German Tettnang hops for a balanced, Crisp, Clean taste. Dark caramel in flavor with a finish reminiscent of a Smoking Gun.
Beer Ratings and Reviews:
[1] Review by Sap from Tucson, AZ, USA who has tried this beer once. (8/19/2008 11:47:17 PM)
"As I pour this into my 25cl tulip glass I get a full, roasted aroma. The head forms an initially three finger thick, slightly brown, tan color that recedes at a medium pace. The beer is an opaque black color that shows a stunningly, brilliantly clear, rich ruby hue when held up to the light. Roasted notes take on flavors of deeply browned bread crust, black coffee, burnt grain flavors and a soft, but substantial salty smokiness; this last made me look at the bottle & yep there is some smoke malt in the grain bill. I really like the extra depth that the smoked malt adds to the aroma.
Fairly light bodied with a touch of sweetness to it that is accentuated by the fact that it is a bit cold. Warming the beer helps a bit, including a boost to the body which seemed a bit thin before. The finish has a touch of chalkiness to it in addition to a thin smoke note that isn't nearly as lush and appetizing as it is in the aroma. A significant roast character provides lost of burnt flavors, a touch of acidity, some astringent burnt grain husk flavors. A touch of fruitiness seems to be here at times, though it is very subtle, but most reminds me of burnt cherries. The roast grain here definitely supplies a bit of bitterness to the finish.
This has a great aroma to it, but unfortunately the flavor doesn't quite live up to the promise of the nose. Not bad, but the aroma got me expecting something that was quite tasty."
Aroma:
8/10
Appearance:
6/10
Mouthfeel:
6/10
Flavor:
7/10
Overall:
7/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.4)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 12oz @ $0 Unit Cost: $0 per Pint
[2] Review by Phishpond417 from Madtown, Wisc, USA who has tried this beer once. (6/15/2008 3:14:57 PM)
"Poured a dark brown borderline black colour with a medium sized tan head. Aroma was sweet, nutty, with soft roasted malts, coffee beans and raisins. Taste was semi-sweet, medium dry on the palate with a prevalent nutty flavor throughout the beer."
Aroma:
7/10
Appearance:
6/10
Mouthfeel:
6/10
Flavor:
7/10
Overall:
7/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.3)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 12oz @ $1.75 Unit Cost: $2.33 per Pint
[3] Review by BeerHunter from Green Bay, WI, USA who has tried this beer once. (6/13/2008 6:33:29 PM)
"This one poured a dark brown color with a weak tan head. It had aromas of fig, caramel, and alcohol. The flavor was largely that of coffee and other roasted malts. Finished dry."
Aroma:
6/10
Appearance:
7/10
Mouthfeel:
6/10
Flavor:
6/10
Overall:
6/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.1)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 12oz @ $1.75 Unit Cost: $2.33 per Pint
[4] Review by staleyiv from Newnan, GA, USA who has tried this beer once. (5/27/2008 5:43:44 PM)
"I received this brew as a gift/tip from a regular of mine that frequents my place of employment. Aroma is very malty and sweet with some strong roasted notes and bitter chocolate with some faint caramel sweetness. Appearance is jet-black in color when held to the light with a medium-sized, light head on top that is light-tan in color and diminishes to a thin lacing that adheres to the glass and leaves creamy lacing. Mouthfeel is light-bodied and smotth with rich burnt malt complexity as well as sweet balance with a palate that is light and smooth and wet-like. Flavor is of roasted malts and burnt choacolate with some coffee with an aftertaste that is crisp and sharp as well as robust with a finish that is solid and full flavored. Overall, good black beer here with full flavor and low alcohol perfect for a session of long drinking for sure, recommended..."
Aroma:
7/10
Appearance:
7/10
Mouthfeel:
7/10
Flavor:
7/10
Overall:
7/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.5)
Sampled: Bottle Sample Size: 12oz @ $0 Unit Cost: $0 per Pint
[5] Review by HonkeyMoFo from Denver, CO, USA who has tried this beer once. (2/8/2008 6:37:49 PM)
"Pours out an oil-black with thin tan head. Aroma of molasses, hops, berries, chocolate/coffee blend, citrus, and mild spice. The mouthfeel is smooth and full-bodied. Smoky flavor of chocolate malts, light berry, and mild spice. Excellent with an interesting flavor."
Aroma:
7/10
Appearance:
7/10
Mouthfeel:
6/10
Flavor:
7/10
Overall:
7/10
Final Rating, by Style:
(3.4)
Sampled: Bottle
Value of this beer for its style: Not Sure
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(3.4)
