Doppelbock Ultimator
Sudwerk Brewing Company

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From:
Sudwerk Brewing Company
 
California, United States
Style:
Doppelbock
ABV:
8%
Score:
85
Avg:
3.76 | pDev: 11.7%
Reviews:
55
Ratings:
89
Status:
Active
Rated:
Apr 10, 2019
Added:
Jul 27, 2001
Wants:
  2
Gots:
  10
A famous brewer once said, “The true test of a Bock is that a drinker should not know the beer’s strength until he stands up.” This tasty Bock passes the test, drinker beware. Roasted malts create a reddish black color and flavorful hints of fig and raisin. A long lagering (cold storage) process provides a velvety smooth finish. A holiday favorite.
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Ratings by yemenmocha:
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Reviewed by yemenmocha from Arizona

4.33/5  rDev +15.2%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25
Surprisingly good American attempt at a German style that isn't filled with assinine "innovations" such as adding weird ingredients and such. Pours a nice black color in ordinary light, but is clearly a dark brown when held up to lighting. Good, tight creamy head of lace with small bubbles that remains for a long time. Nose is on the lighter side, but still gives a pleasant and appetizing bready quality. Good balance of malts, sweetness, and overall drinkability here. Nicely flavorful to savor, but can easily be enjoyed in a proper Mass stein with suitable fare. Glad to find this one.
Feb 17, 2014
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 3.31 by westcoastbeerlvr from California

Apr 10, 2019
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Reviewed by Tone from Missouri

3.83/5  rDev +1.9%
look: 4.75 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Pours a clear brown color. One inch head of an off-tan color. Great retention and great lacing. Smells of strong caramel malt, alcohol, sweet malt, hint of raisin, hint of ester, yeast, and a hint of citrus hops. Fits the style of a Doppelbock. Mouth feel is smooth and clean, with an average carbonation level. There is also a slight dryness and a hint of metallic notes. Tastes of strong caramel malt, alcohol, sweet malt, slight wheat, yeast, hint of roasted malt, and a hint of citrus hops. Overall, good appearance and aroma, but metallic notes are troubling and body lacks complexity and blend of aroma.
Mar 15, 2018
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Reviewed by Red5StandingBy from Maryland

3.69/5  rDev -1.9%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Poured from 12oz bottle into Pilsener Glass. No date.

L: Deep mahogany. Ruch ruby hues shine through when held up to the light. Half finger beige head has minimal retention.

S: Faint aroma, some malt and some molasses like notes.

T: Good malt presence, less molasses and more charred bread like body.

F: Full, creamy, crisp.

O: Not a bad doppelbock but I have had far better.
Jan 07, 2018
 
Rated: 3.74 by DVMin98 from North Carolina

Jul 13, 2017
 
Rated: 3 by prost2hefeweizen from Oklahoma

May 22, 2017
 
Rated: 3.79 by joberlander from Massachusetts

Feb 21, 2017
 
Rated: 4.1 by TheOakKing from New York

Feb 15, 2017
 
Rated: 4.09 by RBuckley73 from Nevada

Feb 11, 2017
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Reviewed by Cavanaghty from Maine

3.47/5  rDev -7.7%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Poured from a bottle into a pint glass.

Appearance: Darker brown with a thin beige head.

Smell: Toasted Malts and earthy notes with a hint of hops.

Mouthfeel/ Taste: Smooth medium bodied. Taste of sweeter malts, maybe smokey notes with alcohol.

Overall: Decent brew, I would have this one again.
Feb 08, 2017
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Reviewed by rclangk from West Virginia

4.44/5  rDev +18.1%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5
Pours a very handsome dark reddish brown with a modest beige head. A somewhat sweet aroma. A pleasant mix of flavors; bread, caramel, roasted coffee detected.

I would would drink this brew again.
Feb 05, 2017
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Rated by KatyBeerGuy from Texas

3.75/5  rDev -0.3%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.75
Poured from bottle into pint glass. 2 inch head disappeared relatively quickly. Nice.
Feb 05, 2017
 
Rated: 4 by EnojysAnyBeer from Colorado

Feb 03, 2017
 
Rated: 3.96 by BeerBucks from New York

Jan 31, 2017
 
Rated: 3.77 by liam_mcnulty from Georgia

Jan 21, 2017
 
Rated: 3.15 by Mattdy from Pennsylvania

Jan 20, 2017
 
Rated: 3.77 by GFD400 from New York

Jan 15, 2017
 
Rated: 3.41 by Branlott42 from Missouri

Apr 06, 2016
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Reviewed by zeff80 from Missouri

3.9/5  rDev +3.7%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4
12oz bottle. Poured out a clear, reddish amber color with a small, khaki-colored head of foam. It smelled of caramel, toffee and floral notes. Roasted malt taste with toffee and caramel. A subtle bitter bite.
Mar 20, 2016
 
Rated: 4 by IRONRakkasan from California

Mar 03, 2016
Doppelbock Ultimator from Sudwerk Brewing Company
Beer rating: 85 out of 100 with 89 ratings