Butthead Doppelbock
Poured from a 12oz bottle into a pint glass. The bottling date of August 19, 2010 was clearly noted on the back (beer was consumed 'a few days' after the suggested 4 months) A: Poured with a pretty average appearance for the style. Medium amber body with an opaque characteristic. Very small, 1/2" white head which quickly dissipated as if it was never there. No legging, webbing, lacing detected. S: Buttery upfront with dominant notes of toffee, caramel, and a slight beady malt profile. T: At first sip, I picked up a very interesting taste of Lipton iced tea upfront. Not disagreeable but I could definitely taste similarities. What followed was more agreeable; the beer was not robust but had a toasty and buttery palate with a strong, sweet malt backbone in the finish. Dominant notes of raisins/grapes, prunes, and a lingering biscuity finish with an undercurrent of booziness. M: Medium-light body with lively but slightly underwhelming carbonation. After sipping, the flavor lightly coats the palate and lingers for while after the initial alcohol bite subsides on the back of the throat. Overall, a rather smooth and agreeable finish. D: Easily drinkable as I had no problems finish the glass. The unique note of tea I caught upfront was interesting (not bad) and did not detract from the overall experience. In all, I was satisfied upon finishing the beer and could likely have had another, but it was nothing that left a lasting impression upon me.