Creemore Springs UrBock
Poured from a 473ml can into a DogFish Head signature glass (January 6, 2011). The code "J231012:56" is stamped on the bottom of the can, which for Creemore Springs means this was packaged at 12:56pm on the 23rd of an unidentified month in 2010. I hate obscure packaging codes. *Note on the Creemore Springs packaging codes. I was previously informed that the letter portion of the code was a direct correlation to the number of the month, (eg A=January, B=February), however I have come across several codes that are far too deep in the alphabet (beyond 12 letters), to relate to a specific month. I'm a bit confused by this, and quite frankly wish Creemore would come up with a more sane packaging date system. I picked this up on a recent visit home to Canada with a few other Eyes: Pours a clear, darkish amber/copper color with zero haze. Head formation is nice with tiny ecru foam, but retention and lacing are moderate. Not surprising for a Bock. Nose: Strong malt/bread/yeasty aroma, with a fruity undertone. Tongue: Some caramel, biscuit, and mild raisins. Quite a bitter aftertaste. A nice mixture overall, but nothing mind blowing. Mouth: Carbonation is light but appropriate. It's creamy, but maybe just a bit too thin. Libation: I must admit this seems to have a undertone of Creemore's best offering, their Premium Lager. This is a nice, flavorful Bock with some interesting aspects. Drinkable? Yes. Memorable? No.