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Troegenator Double Bock
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
BJCP Category: 5C Doppelbock
Tröegs Brewing Co. <visit site>
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[expand]Total Score: 43/50
A very good doppelbock, especially as it warms a bit. This is a lighter version of the style, exhibiting alcohol and chocolate notes. more >
[close]Total Score: 43/50
Aroma: Alcohol aroma most dominant followed by a caramel and toffee maltiness without dark fruit or bready notes. No hop aroma. No DMS. No diacetyl. Very clean fermentation without fruity esters. (10/12)
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Appearance: Deep mahogany color and brilliant clarity. Thin, tan, rocky head with adequate retention somewhat limited by the alcohol. (3/3)
Flavor: Clean alcohol defines the flavor presentation. Hot but not fusel. Malt has chocolate notes but not the breadiness and complexity that larger quantities of Munich malt yield, although there is some light prune character. No hop flavor. Fairly high and balancing hop bitterness results in a balanced finish that exhibits alcohol and some sweetness but not cloying. Clean lager fermentation without diacetyl, DMS or esters. Very nice. (17/20)
Mouthfeel: Medium to medium-full body. Significant alcohol warming. Smooth without astringency or harshness. (5/5)
Overall Impression: A very good doppelbock, especially as it warms a bit. This is a lighter version of the style, exhibiting alcohol and chocolate notes rather than the complexity of a darker version utilizing a much higher proportion of Munich malt. While I prefer the classic interpretation with greater bready melanoidins, this is still a very good beer to sip on cold winter nights, perhaps with a good cigar. (8/10) -
[expand]Total Score: 42/50
Rich, but not heavy, and alcoholic without being hot, this beer has all the characteristics of its classic German predecessors. more >
[close]Total Score: 42/50
Aroma: Immediate rich, toasty malt hits the nose before the beer gets from bottle to glass. Prune fruitiness and melanoidin malt dominate the barest hint of spicy, peppery hop. A slight acid note I associate with Munich malts emerges as the beer warms a bit. Very clean, with no off aromas. (10/12)
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Appearance: Brilliant clarity, rosy copper color; off-white, persistent head forms of creamy, fine bubbles that leave an elegant lace on the sides of the glass. (3/3)
Flavor: Toasty, bready malt first, with melanoidin richness that follows the aroma. Prune fruitiness comes forward mid-palate. Some alcohol flavor in the finish accentuates the plum, prune components. No hop flavor. Sweet, toasted Munich malt is accented by a slight hop bitterness at the end, giving evidence of hops that are otherwise not present in the flavor. As the beer warms a bit, it becomes even more malt oriented, with a different sweetness and a toasted flavor that lingers long after the beer is gone. (17/20)
Mouthfeel: Medium full body with firm, creamy carbonation. Some alcoholic warmth lingers in mouth and throat. Not astringent or cloying. (4/5)
Overall Impression: Rich, but not heavy, and alcoholic without being hot, this beer has all the characteristics of its classic German predecessors. As it warms a bit, it opens up to greater complexity and drinkability, making for a potentially dangerous tablemate. A great dessert on its own, this beer would also be a great accompaniment to a slice of German chocolate cake. This is what I expect a doppelbock to be. (8/10) -
[expand]Total Score: 35/50
This is a very nice beer that lives up to its billing as being inspired by Andechs. It is not quite as smooth as that example. more >
[close]Total Score: 35/50
Aroma: Toffee notes emerge first, with a touch of dark Munich malt in the background. The stone fruit notes, reminiscent of figs and dates, are pleasant but a little higher than in Andechs or other classic examples. Alcohol and tropical fruit notes are also present, along with a touch of chocolate. (8/12)
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Appearance: Deep mahogany in color with brilliant clarity. The light beige head is tightly beaded and has good staying power. This is a beautiful beer! (3/3)
Flavor: The desired maltiness is present, but has predominantly toffee and caramel notes with melanoidins from Munich malt as secondary flavors. The dark fruits carry over from the aroma and bridge to a moderately dry finish with a medium hop bitterness and a touch of roast. The maltiness fades a little too quickly, rather than enveloping and caressing the palate. There is a lot of complexity, but the flavor profile has a series of spikes rather than a balanced spectrum. (14/20)
Mouthfeel: The finish has some astringency from the alcohol and dark Munich malts, but this character is common in some examples of this style. The body is a little light, but this is not unexpected due to the high level of ethanol. (3/5)
Overall Impression: This is a very nice beer that lives up to its billing as being inspired by Andechs. It is not quite as smooth as that example, but would move a step closer with a little more malt complexity, a fuller mouthfeel and less alcohol and roast in the finish. The dark fruit character and the malt/alcohol balance are more reminiscent of an English Old Ale. (7/10) -
[expand]Total Score: 35/50
Great malt profile and clean lager character. The ester profile seems quite high and is distracting. Rather big and hot—really needs to lager much longer. more >
[close]Total Score: 35/50
Aroma: Rich, malty sweetness with an emphatic Munich malt character. Strong melanoidins, toasty malt, a slight whiff of bread crusts are all very positive. Moderate esters (grapes, plums), a bit high for style. No hops. Clean lager character. (10/12)
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Appearance: Low off-white head, settled quickly. Very clear, with a crystalline depth often found in stronger beers of quality. Very deep copper color. (2/3)
Flavor: Strong Munich malt flavor with a high ester profile. Initially sweet and malty, lasting through the palate. Slightly harsh, bitter finish—my impression is that this is from alcohol rather than hops. Clean fermentation other than the esters. Malt definitely dominates, with rich melanoidins. Medium bitterness, but seems higher with the alcohol bite. The malt has a slightly chocolate-like roasted flavor that becomes a bit distracting in the finish. (13/20)
Mouthfeel: Medium-high carbonation. Medium-full body, lightened a bit with carbonation. Hot alcohol warmth detracts. Seems like it might be young. (3/5)
Overall Impression: Great malt profile and clean lager character. The ester profile seems quite high and is distracting. Rather big and hot—really needs to lager much longer to smooth out the alcohol profile (or it should be a smaller beer if served this young). Right now, the alcohol level throws off the bitterness and mouthfeel, making the beer seem a bit out of style. The malt seems a little too dark in character; the chocolate flavors are a little strong. If this beer is cellared for another few months, it will certainly taste better. (7/10)
