Dovetail Brewery’s Hopfenlager reimagines the classic Vienna Lager by emphasizing a more robust, seasonal hop presence against a traditional malt backbone. Poured a brilliant copper with a persistent off-white head, it offers an aromatic profile of toasty, bready Vienna malt interwoven with vibrant, seasonal hops that range from spicy to herbal. The palate follows with an elegant, malt-rich complexity, showcasing deep toasted grain notes balanced by a firm, clean bitterness that elevates the style's usual profile. This medium-bodied lager remains crisp and smooth, finishing relatively dry with lingering echoes of fine continental hops and a soft, bready malt sweetness.
Appearance.Copper to light reddish-amber (approx. 10-14 SRM); brilliant clarity; large, dense, off-white head with excellent retention and light lacing.
Aroma.Moderate to high intensity; rich, bready-rich, and toasty malt character; prominent floral and spicy hop notes from seasonal additions; very clean fermentation profile without esters or diacetyl.
Taste.Initial impression of soft, elegant malt complexity; rich toasty flavors without caramel or roast; balanced by a firm, assertive hop bitterness that lingers; floral and herbal hop flavors are well-defined; finishes fairly dry and clean.
Mouthfeel.Medium-light body with a smooth, gentle creaminess; moderate carbonation; very low alcohol warmth; crisp and refreshing without astringency.
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DOVETAIL HOPFENLAGER SUMMER LAGER 16oz 4PK CANS
Bright, fruity, pithy, light bodied, with a lightly bitter finish. Refreshing on a hot summer evenin ...g.