Yule Bock
Little less than a finger of dark cream colored foam, uneven surface but not quite dimpled, good retention and a trace of lacing. Deep amber red color, fully transparent and clear, only slight loss of hue intensity at the rims. Lowkey nose, yet not deficient, oats, barley, nutmeg spice, dark chocolate powder, apple to peach fruit, not herbaceous nor excessively hoppy but does have a nice erect posture in your nostrils. Medium-bodied plus, the carbonation like a steady pulse than real force. Sweeter here in the mouth with an emphasis on dark chocolate, molasses, toffee and cherry, apricot, red apple fruit. Vague breadiness, more like dessert than dinner bread. The hops are suave and dry the whole out in subtle ways, contributing to a clean finish with length. No problem with drinkability, may throw you off, though, if you're looking for a "showoff" style of beer. (Cork Wire Stopper)