Lakefront Brewery – Maibock
Maibock
Brewed in: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
2015 BJCP Style: 4C. Helles Bock
ABV: 6.8%
IBU: 19
Bottle
Best By Date: 8/10/16
Tasting on: 3/18/16
Glass: Pilsner
Aroma: Overtones of minor citrus. Clean lager undertones along with minor noble hop spiciness. 8/10
Appearance: Deep gold with some minor haze. Off-white head with moderate retention. 7.5/10
Flavor: Low-medium hop bitterness in the beginning followed a dry and clean middle with medium maltiness. A hint of sweetness in the end along with some bubblegum and low-moderate hop bitterness. Citrus and a hint of caramel in the aftertaste 15.5/20
Mouthfeel: Medium body with moderate carbonation, minor hot alcohol. 8/10
Overall Impression: Dry and malty with noticeable hop bitterness at the beginning and end. Hot alcohol and haze detract. 40/50
Final Score: 79% = C
