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Thomas Hooker Liberator Doppelbock

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3153.88/5.03.86/5.0Winter8%99.4Dimpled mug, Stein, Stem glass
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The doppelbock style of lager came into being in Middle Ages era Bavaria in what is today southern Germany. It was originally brewed by monks to provide themselves with a liquid form of nutrition during the fasting period of Lent when no solid food was allowed. This has earned the doppelbock the nickname "liquid bread" because of its rich and filling capacity. The Thomas Hooker Doppelbock Lager blends huge amounts of imported Munich, Vienna and Moravian malts with select dark roasted malts to achieve a malt lover's dream of a rich and creamy brew. Subtly hopped with noble German and Czech hops and cool fermented with a Bavarian lager yeast, this beer will leave you happy to give up solid food for a while. No dessert necessary.
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 crazyvin (1254), New York, USA
4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/104/58/104/516/20
Jul 17, 2007  
Poured a deep reddish-brown with a tan head which had minimal lacing. Aroma was a wicked mix of smoke, roasted coffee, and bread. Flavor was similar but was complemented by a subtle nuttiness in the dry finish. Certainly a creamy finish.


 Brigadier (1243), Chagrin Falls, Ohio, USA
3.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
6/103/56/103/516/20
Oct 30, 2008  
Swingtop bottle

Deciding to open something new I found this in the cellar. Popping it open I was greeted with an interesting take on a doppelbock. This was a great beer to try though I don’t think I’ll be picking up another one unless I run across it on clearance somewhere on a road trip.

Aroma / Appearance - A half finger dirty white head swirled fluidly around the tulip glass. The smell of musty books, cherry pits, wet earth and black coffee were the whole of the experience. A little weaker than expected I thought it would have just a bit more richness.

Flavor / Palate - Creamy with a dry bitterness the coffee start yields to light smoke and hazel. Afterwards come a malty finish. Light on the tongue for the style I feel that could have been just a bit thicker. Nonetheless it was a nice drink for a cool fall evening.


 jimmack (1221), Nutley, New Jersey, USA
4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/104/58/104/516/20
Aug 7, 2005  
1 liter bottle thanks to Swededog. Dark brown color with a small tan head. Mild roasted malt aroma with some dark fruits and yeast. Flavor of dark malts, dried fruits and freshly baked pumpernickle bread. Very smooth and creamy palate with the alcohol extremely well hidden.


 footbalm (1218), Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
3.8 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
6/104/57/104/517/20
Feb 18, 2006  
This came courtesy of ClarkVV. Thanks again for all the great trades Clark. Sweet roasted malts and rich caramel made this of my favs at our big tasting a few weeks back.Some bitter chocolates as an aftertaste.Superb.


 durhambeer (1215), Durham, USA
4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/104/58/104/516/20
Dec 31, 2008  
Bottle. Dark brown pour with big light tan head. Nice light body. Grainy caramel and light molasses. Brown sugar. Light roast. A very approachable and not-too-aggressive doppelbock. Very good.


 markwise (1186), 15 Minutes from Kuhnhenn in, Florida, USA
3.7 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/57/104/515/20
May 30, 2009  
Swingtop shared courteously by gunhaver. Pours dark cola brown with an off-white head. Nose is dark fruit, caramel, some lager notes, sugar, and sweetness. Flavor is some chocolate, fruit, and caramel. Enjoyable doppel.


 Miguel (1181), Saint-Ours, Quebec, Canada
3.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/103/57/103/514/20
Dec 18, 2005  
Robe brune surmontée d’une mousse beige. Arômes de malt torréfié et de caramel. Saveurs de café, de chocolat et de houblon amérisant.


 BeerHawk (1175), Huntsville, Alabama, USA
3.8 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/58/103/516/20
Apr 17, 2006  
2004 Bottle. Poured a ruby color with a light tan head that leaves excellent lacing. The aroma was sweet chocolate with some roastiness. The flavor found roasty, dark fruits, and chocolate. Medium bodied and easy going. Very enjoyable. Thanks to Springslicker for sharing this at the Tennessee Tasting!



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