Veldensteiner Landbier
Poured a huge dense-foamy pale brown colored head. Glowing dark chestnut colored beer holds a swarm of carbonation. Aroma of dark malts with a bit of sour sulfur. Earthy, bready, roasted and caramel malt in the flavor. The earthyness almost tastes like it comes from smoked malt, but I don't think that is the case. Finish is dry and woody. Moderately light, slightly fluffy mouthfeel. I didn't see anything about smoked malt in the description on the back of the bottle. Assuming I didn't miss anything this beer is quite funky. The brewery is the favorite of some of the locals (Erlangen) that I know, but maybe they don't drink much of this one. It's good for another 10 months so that isn't the probably. It's not too bad, and if you just go with the flow you might enjoy it, but I have a hard time recommending this beer.