Bias alert: I love me a red lager. Do with that information what you will.
Some red lagers are so crisp and dry that, while they’re super sessionable, there’s actually not a whole lot of flavour in there. Some red lagers are flavourful in a way that brings a pleasant surprise with each sip. This beer is the latter.
The same malts that bring the gorgeous amber shine to this red lager are responsible for its toasty sweet aroma. Think Anzac biscuits that you’ve baked a couple of minutes longer than planned; they’re darker brown on the bottom and extra crunchy, and absolutely no one is complaining about it because they’re delicious. Don’t get me wrong; this red lager is fairly dry. But the impression of sweetness runs through the flavour profile – think golden syrup on dark toast – before it wraps up with a dry finish and just a dollop of roast.
There’s also enough background hop character to catch your attention, with citrus and florals silhouetted on the horizon, and a herbal bitterness that builds with each sip.
The bias remains.
Mick Wüst
Published June 26, 2024 2024-06-26 00:00:00
