Beer Tasting, Dec. 24-26, Berlin Germany
VARIOUS BEER TASTINGS, DEC. 24-26, BERLIN GERMANY During our visit in Berlin during late December 2014, I was able to do some beer tasting at our friend Patrick’s place and a few restaurants/bars when we were out and about in Berlin. I want to thank Patrick for being so generous in providing a few different local/regional beers to share and sample, it made our visit even more special. Here’s the list of what I tried with my thoughts on each. Berliner-Kindl-Schultheiss-Brauerei Berliner Pilsner German Pilsner • ABV: 5% • IBUs: ? This pilsner presents with a nice golden hue, 7 SRM. The head is full and there is somewhat typical lacing on the glass. The nose is somewhat lacking and non-present. Light hop aroma does exist, but no grains. The front mouth is full carbonation with a slight sharp hop and slight malt that comes through on the mid. Overall this is an average German pilsner, not too bad, not too good. Altenburger Brauerei Altenburger Bock Maibock / Helles Bock • ABV: 6.7% • IBUs: ? This beer has a nice amber color (13) SRM. The nose has hints of toasted malt and lighter, sweet sugars. The front mouth is …