Beer Style: Bock Family
Klosterbrauere Ettaler Curator clone
This doppelbock is much darker tasting than others, with massive aromas and flavors of fruitcake, port, figs and raisins. Although extremely rich and thick, this beer is readily drinkable which poses a dilemma after a liter or so. There seem to be a lot of German bierkellars that have tilted, uneven floors!
Brauerei Aying Ayinger Celebrator clone
This massively malty Bavarian dopplebock is darker than Salvator and shows a distinct chocolate malt character.
Schneider Weisse: Aventinus clone
This beer is basically a wheat doppelbock, made to compete with the true doppelbocks. It features notes of raisins, plums, bananas, cloves, and a touch of chocolate. A decoction mash and extended boil are really needed to bring out the dark malt and caramel flavors.
Rogue Ales: Dead Guy clone
According to Rogue’s website, “In the style of a German Maibock, using our proprietary Pacman yeast, Dead Guy is deep honey in color with a malty aroma and a rich, hearty flavor.”
Maibock
by the numbers OG: 1.064–1.072 (15.7–17.5 °P) FG: 1.011–1.018 (2.8–4.6 °P) SRM: 6–11 IBU: 23–35 ABV: 6.3–7.4% I have always been a fan of German-style lagers. In fact, my love of the
Doppelbock
When new homebrewers come into the hobby, it seems that they often focus on pale ale, IPA and stout. I think I was really lucky when I started homebrewing, because many of
Traditional Bock
by the numbers OG:1.064–1.072 (15.7–17.5 °P) FG:1.013–1.019 (3.3–4.8 °P) SRM:14–22 IBU:20–27 ABV:6.3–7.2% I have never been to the German city of Einbeck. It is not a common tourist destination, but I am
Springfield Brewing Co.’s Aviator Doppelbock: Replicator
Dear Replicator, On a recent road trip from Kansas City to southeastern Missouri I made a stop at Springfield Brewing Company. I had a couple of their beers, one being the Aviator
Eisbock: Style Profile
It is amazing how rich our memories can be. Every time I think about eisbock, several moments in my life leap to mind, complete with flavors and aromas. I recall the time
Doppelbock
by the numbers OG: 1.072–1.112 (17.5–26.3 °P) FG: 1.016–1.024 (4.1–6.1 °P) SRM: 6–25 IBU: 16–26 ABV: 7–10% When new homebrewers come into the hobby, it seems that they often focus on pale
Abita Brewing Company Andygator Doppelbock: Replicator
Dear Replicator, I went to a beer tasting at Bruisin’ Ales in Asheville, North Carolina, which featured beers from the Abita Brewing Company. I was impressed with their Andygator Doppelbock. Their website
Spaten-Franziskaner-Bräu Optimator clone
Optimator is brewed and then lagered in the brewery’s deep cellars. This smooth beer is a beautiful ruby brown color with a whipped-cream head. The aroma is one of smooth, sweet malt and warming alcohol. It sits rich and malty on the palate, with alcohol a defining presence.
