Sunday, September 4, 2011

Sprecher Brewing Company's Black Bavarian Schwarzbier

    
     First off, I have to say thanks to my brother for not liking "dark beer" and giving me this.  This review is taken from notes and won't be too detailed.  It is a super dark black; no hue.  Hardly any head was produced and what did surface drained just as fast.  Aroma is a very overpowering richness.  A very full, chocolatey hit to the nose.  Very sharp malt, almost to the hint of licorice.  Not too roasty.  Sweet caramel. 
     Hits the mouth a tad on the dry side and super roasty.  Malt is primarily dominated with rich caramel and smooth chocolate.  Hints of burnt malt.  Definitely a noticeable bitterness with some subtle herbal, spice hop flavors.  Very clean aftertaste; nothing lingers.  Strong carbonation helps to lift and carry the light body.
     Pretty spot on for the style.  Can't say I've had a lot of Schwarzbier, but this seems pretty impressive from what I do know.  Would drink again (and again and again).

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