Thursday, 9 November 2006

Review: Samuel Adams Winter Lager

Samuel Adams Winter Lager from Boston Beer Company (Sam Adams)
Rating: B

On the whole, seems more like a doppelbock than a winter warmer.

Appearance: Beautiful garnet in color, moderate head, and little to no lacing. Points for such a nice color, though.

Smell: Very much like a doppelbock. Malty, lager-clean, with a hint of spice.

Taste: Caramel notes, some spice in the background. Doesn't taste as good as it smells. Very little in the way of hop character. Hard to pick out individual spices - restrained usage.

Mouthfeel: Good body for a lager, good carbonation.

Drinkability: Decent, but not exceptional.

Serving type: bottle

Reviewed on: 11-09-2006 06:02:04

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