92 out of 100
Backbone: German Pilsner, Cara-Pils, English Two-Row Pale and Chocolate Malts. Northern Brewer and Glacier Hops, Sixpoint House Yeast ![]() Roasted Parsnip, Lemon Curd, Cranberry Juice, Thyme ![]() Toasted Walnut, Caramelized Peanuts, Spearmint, Lemon Marmalade, Bamboo Shoot ![]() $? | 1x 12oz bottle Slabs of basalt were heated to more than 1000F to create the boil for this bold, true steinbier. While maintaining a fresh hop presence, it's actually the warm sugared nut flavors that become the most pleasing, prominent and robust aspect of the beer. A refreshing vegetal greenness plays second fiddle, but provides balance and added complexity. A seldom produced and fascinating style of beer, this example was made by using intensely authentic and labor intensive methods and succeeds as a standout beer in terms of taste and homage. | ||||||
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