Jeff & Jer's Hootch
Karl Strauss Brewing Company

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From:
Karl Strauss Brewing Company
 
California, United States
Style:
Doppelbock
ABV:
8.3%
Score:
+8 ratings needed
Avg:
3.43 | pDev: 2.04%
Ratings:
2 | reviews: 1
Status:
Retired
Rated:
Nov 15, 2011
Added:
Nov 05, 2006
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Rated: 3.5 by bpfrush from Wisconsin

Nov 15, 2011
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Reviewed by IntriqKen from California

3.36/5  rDev -2%
look: 4 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5
I had this on tap at their Costa Mesa location. It's listed on the menu as a Karl Strauss Special Release.

"A strong, full-bodied ruby-colored dopplebock that is bready and slightly nutty with a sweet and warming finish".

Yes...pours a clear ruby-amber color with very tiny carbonation making a constant stream up from the bottom of the pint glass. Aromas are toasted amber malt, bready or biscuit yeast, and a touch of cinnamon.
Flavor is rich in toasted malt and bread dough with a touch of cinnamon and strong alcohol in the finish.
The mouthfeel and body feels weak or a little thin to me, particularly with the heavy alcohol presence but still acceptable.
A very nice sipper for a fall afternoon.
Nov 05, 2006