Black Lager
The Civil Life Brewing Company

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From:
The Civil Life Brewing Company
 
Missouri, United States
Style:
Schwarzbier
Ranked #81
ABV:
4.5%
Score:
86
Ranked #18,351
Avg:
3.81 | pDev: 6.04%
Reviews:
4
Ratings:
18
Status:
Active
Rated:
Oct 24, 2022
Added:
May 05, 2013
Wants:
  0
Gots:
  1
Black Lager Style, a.k.a. ~Schwarzbier~ is flowing through the taps. As we pour you a beer you'll notice that this Lager is pretty darn dark- not quite black, but getting there. The next thing you'll notice is a subtle off-white cap of foam and a discreet, fragrant roast aroma. Hopefully the next thing you notice is that you are drinking and enjoying it. Black Lagers are in a pretty narrow category and while ours does have an apparent edge from roasted malt, the relaxed and clean nature of the Pils Malt base really makes this beer a solid drinker. Hops are from Hallertau again and ABV clocks in at 4.5 so you don't have to clock out.
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Ratings by FreshZ:
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Rated by FreshZ from Missouri

4/5  rDev +5%

Aug 27, 2013
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Reviewed by Franziskaner from Missouri

3.94/5  rDev +3.4%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Black in color with a fingernail of beige on top. The aroma is of dark bread and roasted malt. I'm tasting sweet, dark malt and honey wheat bread. The mouth is dry and refreshing.
Oct 24, 2022
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Reviewed by jmdrpi from Pennsylvania

3.96/5  rDev +3.9%
look: 4.25 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
On draft in shaker pint.

Very dark brown, not quite black.thick cream colored head that sticks around. Good lacing. Mild roast aroma. Taste has notes of milk chocolate and toasted marshmallow. Good balance, not sweet nor dry. Thin to medium bodied. Flavorful but easy drinking.
Aug 22, 2017
 
Rated: 3.77 by dustin22martin from Missouri

Aug 13, 2017
 
Rated: 4.13 by FBarber from Illinois

Jul 21, 2017
 
Rated: 3.75 by Elicoleman from Colorado

Nov 12, 2015
 
Rated: 3.96 by Gtwreck45 from Missouri

Oct 17, 2015
 
Rated: 3.53 by kylehay2004 from Illinois

Jan 25, 2015
 
Rated: 3.5 by atlbravsrno1 from Maine

Nov 24, 2014
 
Rated: 4.25 by RavenForBeer from Georgia

Nov 06, 2014
 
Rated: 3.75 by stephensinner from Missouri

Jan 15, 2014
 
Rated: 3.5 by lupercmda from North Carolina

Nov 20, 2013
 
Rated: 4 by MarkyMOD from Colorado

Oct 02, 2013
 
Rated: 3.5 by imperialking from Illinois

Jun 26, 2013
 
Rated: 3.5 by Gonzoillini from Illinois

Jun 22, 2013
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Reviewed by Tone from Missouri

3.89/5  rDev +2.1%
look: 3.75 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Pours a clear, black color. 1/4 inch head of an off-white color. Good retention and good lacing. Smells of roasted malt, sweet malt, hint of yeast, slight hop, hint of coffee, and slight caramel malt. Fits the style of a Schwarzbier. Mouth feel is sharp and clean, with a low carbonation level. Tastes of roasted malt, sweet malt, hint of caramel malt, hint of yeast, and a hint of hop. Overall, very fresh tasting. Good appearance, aroma, feel, body, and blend.
Jun 07, 2013
 
Rated: 3.75 by Schlafly33 from Missouri

May 07, 2013
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Reviewed by zeff80 from Missouri

3.91/5  rDev +2.6%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
On tap at Broadway Brewery in Columbia, MO.

A - Poured a jet-black color with a one-finger, khaki colored head of foam. It left sudsy rings of lace on the glass.

S - Good roasty aroma with a touch of pine.

T - Roasty with chocolate notes, caramel and toffee. A slight grassy bitterness.

M - It was crisp, sharp and smooth. A medium bodied lager with a dry finish.

O - This is another really good sessionable brew from The Civil Life.
May 05, 2013
Black Lager from The Civil Life Brewing Company
Beer rating: 86 out of 100 with 18 ratings