Boston Beer Company – Samuel Adams Octoberfest

Boston Beer Company – Samuel Adams Octoberfest

Brewed in: Cincinnati, Ohio or Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania
2015 BJCP Style: 6A – Marzen
ABV: 5.3%
Bottle
Best By Date: 1/31/20
Tasting on: 10/26/19
Glass: Pilsner

Aroma: Overtones of medium-high rich toasted malt, moderate bread crust, and minor lager character. Light hop undertones. 9/10

Appearance: Deep copper to brown with excellent clarity. Off-white head with good retention. 9/10

Flavor: Moderate hop bitterness in the beginning, followed by a dry middle with moderate, rich, medium-toasted maltiness that includes a perception of sweetness. Moderate toasted malt in the end, along with moderate bread crust to the point of giving a raisan flavor. Malt richness fades into bread crust in the aftertaste. 16/20

Mouthfeel: Medium body. Moderate carbonation. No alcohol. 8/10

Overall Impression: Nice malt richness but the bread crust character is quiet prominent and detracts. 40/50

Final Score: 82% C