Muskoka Brewery Is There Life on Märzen? Oktoberfest / Märzen at 6% ABV | 20 IBU (C$3.75 at NLC Stavanger, 473 ml, best before 6-Aug-2018, acquired 11-May-2018, reviewed 12-May-2018)
Appearance: clear medium amber with a short pearlescent head that retains poorly, no lacing. (3/5) Aroma: bready caramel malt, earth, faint grass, hints of chocolate & coffee. (8/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate-low bitter. (7/10) Palate: medium body, moderate carbonation, off-dry medium bitter finish. (4/5)
If I’m honest, I bought this mainly for the delightful pun in the name – as a fan of not only the original Bowie track, but also the British TV series and the American remake, how could I not? As it turns out, as an example of the style, this is solid: big malt and minimal hop character, with restrained sweetness following, on a smooth body with a decently dry finish. I’m generally all about the hops, but if you must make it about the malt, this is a good way to do it. (15/20)
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