Kathrynator
Holler Brewing Co.

 

This is a special beer, that I am sure will be in Holler's regular rotation. As a commemorative beer released on the occasion of the Holler's first child (though named after Momma, cause Holler wouldn't be Holler without Kathryn ha). Anybody that glances at my reviews know I love Holler, and have many encounters with them and the staff. I'm not going to say I don't have a bias, but still always try to give my honest opinion. Cheers to their new daughter and the family. I don't think they look at BA, but am sure they would know me just by what I write here.

A: Pours a dark brown with some ruby around the edges. A two finger beige head forms with good retention and light lace is left behind.
S: Big toasted malts and caramelized sugars. Some dark fruit aromas, bread and more sweetness.
T: Like the nose, plenty of sweetness going on. This almost becomes cloying, but toasted malts and bread help to counter that. Some fruity flavors like plums and raisins. Even just a hint of hops in the background that help to keep this from being overdone in the sweetness department.
M/O: A full body with good carbonation. This does become a bit sticky and slick, though also smooth after this breaths a bit. Really easy to drink. I can come back to this with ease.

I very much like this, as an American version of a Doppelbock. There is certainly a lot of sweetness going on, but is also balanced. It doesn't quite hit the malty heights of the true German examples or Live Oak. Though in true form a very good offering at the brewery. I'll be getting more, and hope their new baby can have some in 21 years (I'll buy).