Sunday, July 1, 2012

HOSS RYE LAGER

183 BOTTLES OF BEER ON THE WALL
THE GREAT DIVIDE--WE HAVE HIT THE HALF WAY POINT!!!!!


July 1, 2012 (Sunday)
HOSS RYE LAGER
12 FL. OZ., 6.2% ALC. BY VOL.
Brewed and Bottled by The Great Divide Brewing Co., Denver Colorado 80205


FROM THE LABEL: "Hoss is based on the Marzen lagers of Germany. Rich, layered malt notes with hints of cherry and dark fruits dominate, while the unique addition of rye imparts a slightly earthy, spicy character. Hoss finishes crisp and dry and its brillant red- orange color is a toast to the sunsets that make the perfect backdrop for this beer."

FROM THE MOUTH: OCTOBERFEST/MARZEN:  Nice interpretation of a lager; I can almost see myself in one of those great old German beer halls . This is not a simple lager and I am enjoying  the complexity of malt with the earthy notes of rye. Lack of bitter hops makes it go down smooth, so watch out...  6.2 ABV sneaks up fast. A+

FROM THE STORE: Trader Joe's

"Only those who will risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go."
-- T.S. Eliot

drink yer' beer
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