Mikuni Japanese Black Beer from Sacramento Brewing Company

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Formerly brewed at Sacramento Brewing Company
Style: Schwarzbier
Sacramento, California USA

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Ratings Average Score ABV Style Pctl Serve in
1 3.7/5.0 3.11/5.0 5.1% 0 Dimpled mug, Lager glass, Stein

Commercial Description:
This classic yet all but forgotten style of beer, black beer or "schwarzbier", originated in the Kostritz region of the former East Germany during the 15th century. In the 1870s, a Japanese brewer capitivated by the roasty, smooth flavor and opaque color, brought the style back to Japan where it is still brewed by the four major breweries. KAMAPI!

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bhensonb (4187), Woodland, California, USA

3.7	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
3.7	6/10	5/5	7/10	3/5	16/20

Nov 21, 2005

Brewed for a Sacramento chain of sushi restaurants (Mikuni). Compares quite favorably with Kostritzer Schwarzbier. Opaque. Little head. A little of roasty malt, a hint of chocolate, and a long lingering aftertaste that only hints of bitterness. Goes down easily, and goes well with ginger and wasabi. If the alcohol content were reduced, it would make a good session beer.

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