Thanks go out to Vancer for sending this as part of the CEO/Old Farts BIF. 16oz “big” bottle. Label looks “Germanic”!
Nice appearance. Good clarity, a great orange/amber color with some head and a little lace.
A high quality Fest/Marzen with some delicious toasty, rich malts. Definitely slightly more bitter than some of the same style, but it seems to work well as a change of pace. It lacks a little of the sweetness that I usually seek in the style, but it still comes together nicely. Some nice, subtle malts.
There appears to be some fine carbonation that makes the mouthfeel rather nice too. Even a little creaminess.
Drinkability is certainly high. Tasty, toasty beer!