ONCO Fermentations Rauchbier
What the brewers say
“Brewed with imported beechwood-smoked malt from Bamberg, Germany and Hallertau Mittelfruh hops.”
What our panel thought
“Subtle hints of smoke emerge out of a malt-forward aroma with notes of roast, caramel, and bread crust plus a touch of earthy floral and herbal hops. Smoke notes come through more in the flavor and temper the sweetness and perfume-like hops flavors.”
What our editors thought
“Grilled lemon lime nose with a healthy dose of wood smoke leads into a broad malt body, sweet and spacious. The phenolic smoke edge gets overshadowed by the big malt character.”