Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Beer Review- Leffe-Biere de Printemps Lentebier


Hello beer friends!  Time for another beer review by me, the amateur beer reviewer and blogger of random things.
Today's beer is Leffe-Biere de Printemps Lentebier (Spring beer) It is one of many varieties of the Leffe brand.  I brought a bottle home from Belgium where I was playing in an international ice hockey tournament.  

Leffe-Biere de Printemps Lentebier. (6.6 ABV)


Visual- Copper color with a thin beige head.  I poured a little too carefully and didn't get the normal thick head.
Aroma-  I detect citrus fruit and malty aromas.
Taste-I can certainly taste the citrus.  It appears to be lemon.  Also just a hint of clove.  Starts off smooth and tasty but finishes kind of tarty.
I'm not sure what I think of this beer yet.  It's playing with my taste buds.  One minute it seems tart but after a few sips, the tartness is less potent.  Then the tartness comes back.  Of all the Leffe varieties, I won't be in a hurry to try this one again.  I'm going to defer a rating for now. I'll never say don't bother.  Your taste buds might be different.  Give it a try if you come across it.  Prost and vive!

Friday, April 5, 2013

Beer Review: Schwaben Brau Volksfest Bier


Greetings!  It's been a little bit since my last review.  I've been busy with work and school work.
Today's beer is Schwaben Brau Volksfest Bier.  They sell this at the shoppette.  It is a seasonal beer that usually comes out around late fall or early winter.  I had a couple left over and it's been kept in my chilly basement over the winter so it should still be good.

Schwaben Brau Volksfest Bier (5.5 ABV)


This is labeled as a Marzen.  However, it tastes a bit like a mild Pilsner.  It has a deep golden color and a bit cloudy.
When poured, it generates a medium head that dissipates quickly.  I detect some wheaty, malty, and a hint of berry fruit aromas.  This beer is medium bodied and tastes a bit doughy and hoppy with a crisp and ever so slightly tart finish.
I like this beer.  To me, it's the best of a lager and a pils.  Overall, I'd give it a B-.  You may be able to find this beer in your country or if you happen to be in Germany during the Volksfest time, pick it up and give it a try.  Prost!