I am still unsure about the label on this beer. As much as I like the concept, it seems a little too cartoon-y for me and for a big, bold Double Bock. But, as I have mentioned before, I am here to review the beer inside….
Time to check out the Dopplebock from the 30 Beers for 30 Years series from Widmer.
This Doppel pours a dark garnet color with flashes of red if the light is right. There is a residual head around the rim and a bit in the center as well. Nothing a barista could fashion into a design but certainly nice to look at.
The initial taste is quite zippy with a medicinal tinge to it. It is not thick at all. Flavor wise this is in the fig and plum realm exclusively. No coffee or chocolate. Just that tingling on the tongue as the bubbles cross the palate. In the way back, there is a slight burnt note or char that sorta creeps in as well.
The top two dopplebocks (per Ratebeer) come from Augustiner and Andechs of Germany. And California wise Navigator from Ballast Point earns top marks.