Lower Bankhead Black Pilsner
Banff Ave. Brewing Co.

Lower Bankhead Black PilsnerLower Bankhead Black Pilsner
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From:
Banff Ave. Brewing Co.
 
Alberta, Canada
Style:
Schwarzbier
Ranked #102
ABV:
4.9%
Score:
85
Ranked #21,214
Avg:
3.72 | pDev: 9.68%
Reviews:
7
Ratings:
24
Status:
Active
Rated:
Mar 10, 2023
Added:
May 20, 2011
Wants:
  1
Gots:
  2
Retrieving coal from the depths of the earth requires a dark soul like the one this pilsner possesses. Roasted malts add character, flavor and color to this classic German style Swartz beer. Dust off the head lamp to get to the bottom.
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Rated: 3.99 by NodakEric from Minnesota

Mar 10, 2023
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Reviewed by ChrisCage from Canada (AB)

4.09/5  rDev +9.9%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4
A- This pours a deep dark rich looking cola brown color, seems to have good clarity and has a thicker body in appearance. I notice that after the pour, the creamy rustic colored head is thick but super fizzy, which unfortunately fizzles out rather quickly.....but wait! The foam reappears as a dense froth and actually gains in fingers after 10 minutes or so....I've really never seen this before....no swirling necessary! Lacing is thick and sticky, clinging around the inside of my glass. Overall what started as an average looking beer turned into something quite enticing to the eye!

S- Sweet, yet dark chocolate toffee hits the nostrils quickly, followed by underlying smells of black coffee, muted cherry vanilla fruitiness, soft nuttiness, roasted chocolate and black malt, and a dry Earthiness to finish.....basic, yet full of aroma.

T- This is quite easy on the palate flavor wise, but is packed with mellow taste that mimics what the aromas let on to have. Milky dark chocolate, dry Earthy grains, toasty toffee, black coffee and a lingering mild bitterness on the finish. Quite nice!

M/O- Smooth light/medium body, velvety carbonation and full of mild flavor, I find this to be quite enjoyable and would have no issues enjoying this over the course of an evening. I like the balanced nature between rich, sweet and bitter makes this a fine version of the German black lager. Definitely will enjoy this one again!
Jan 07, 2020
 
Rated: 3.93 by wordemupg from Canada (AB)

Jul 24, 2018
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Reviewed by Parmesan from Colorado

4.17/5  rDev +12.1%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4 | overall: 4.25
L: Pours a dark amber brown with a creamy white head and thick rows of lacing around the glass.

S: Rich chocolate and some berries mixed with a strong mineral note and some roasted malt.

T: Rich chocolate, a strong mineral note, slightly reminiscent of some tootsie roll, slight hop. Very drinkable.

F: Very drinkable, medium body, fairly creamy carbonation.

O: This is a very nice and very drinkable beer, highly recommended.
Jul 13, 2018
 
Rated: 4.33 by Vylo from New Jersey

Jul 08, 2018
 
Rated: 3.54 by Texasfan549 from Texas

Mar 22, 2018
 
Rated: 4.04 by clager from Michigan

Aug 01, 2017
 
Rated: 4.23 by Ryften from Pennsylvania

Jun 24, 2017
 
Rated: 3.65 by bumchilly25 from Canada (BC)

Apr 09, 2017
 
Rated: 3.68 by Erik-P from Canada (BC)

Jun 26, 2016
 
Rated: 3.44 by MilkLeg from Canada (AB)

Mar 09, 2016
 
Rated: 3.5 by TheSevenDuffs from Canada (ON)

Jan 02, 2016
 
Rated: 2.74 by mistahmojoryan from Canada (SK)

Oct 16, 2015
 
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Reviewed by Bunman3 from Canada (AB)

3.93/5  rDev +5.6%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
One of my absolute favourites. The mixture of dark and chocolate malt, great appearance and substantial finish make this beer very easy to drink. I have tried this fresh on tap, in bottles, and in a growler. It is very consistent - a lovely representation of the intended style.
Apr 20, 2015
 
Rated: 3.42 by Slongie from Canada (AB)

Mar 15, 2015
 
Rated: 3.49 by boszormeny from Canada (ON)

Dec 30, 2014
 
Rated: 3 by olradetbalder from Sweden

Dec 05, 2014
 
Rated: 3.5 by schnarr84 from Canada (AB)

Aug 12, 2014
 
Rated: 3.75 by Howlader from Canada (AB)

Jul 20, 2014
Lower Bankhead Black Pilsner from Banff Ave. Brewing Co.
Beer rating: 85 out of 100 with 24 ratings