The Pour
Hmmm... I normally like beer from the moment I pop off the cap 'til I drain the last drops out of my glass. This one, however, started as something of a disappointment. I came limply out of the bottle and produced no discernable head. Meh!
The Taste
Ettaler Curator is a dunkler doppelbock brewed by the Ettaler Klosterbauerei. A bock is a strong German beer and, so, a doppelbock is a stronger German beer. This one says 9% alcohol, but it really doesn't taste that strong. It is a nice dark brown carmel color with a surprisingly mild flavor. Of course, this is a lager and many lagers have softer, smoother flavor. This is true to the style, but I'd prefer a bit more intensity in the flavors and a pleasant head. Not outstandingly good, but not bad either.
Thoughts
I know it sounds like I'm disappointed in the Curator. In truth, I am, but I really don't want to be. It's a nice beer. Just nothing special.
I've always had a special love of doppelbocks because of the naming convention. Doppelbocks are traditionally names something-ator. Illuminator, Curator, Celebrator and Optimator - just to name a few. The naming possiblities go on and on. Would you rather drink Triumphator or Befuddelator? Me, I could use some befuddlement every now and then.
Last Call!
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2 comments:
Befuddleator is a real beer??? Are you kidding me?
Titletown Brewing of Green Bay Wisconsin (a good beer city!) makes both the Befuddelator Dopplebock and the Discombobulator Mai Bock.
I've never had either want, but I'll keep my eyes open.
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