beer_name: Ramstein Winter Wheat
text: A 12 oz bottle purchased at one of PA's best beer destinations. A: The ale is a deep dark brown color, almost black. The head is not very big on pour but does leave hints of lace throughout the glass. S: The aroma is wheaty with a distinct smoky profile. Underlying that smoke (which may be a product of the esters) is a banana clove weizen scent, absolutely delicious. T: The weizenbock does not pull any punches. The ale is loaded with esters that give a pleasing banana-clove flavor. Those esters are paired nicely with dark, chocolatey coffee malts. The slightly roasted malt pairing with fruity esters is an excellent match, delicious without ratcheting up the alcohol. M: Chocolate and bananas, what's there not to like? This beer has earned its well-deserved place on this site. D: The 9.50% is completely unfathomable. There is no hint of that level of alcohol anywhere in the ale. The flavors are sweet and burnt, in perfect balance together.