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North End Brewing Pit Boss
Pit Boss is a distinctive Doppelbock that marries traditional German richness with a unique New Zealand smoke profile. It features a deep base of toasted MaltEurope malts, providing layers of dark fruit leather and rich Maillard complexity. The standout character is the integrated smoke from Manuka and Beechwood, which imparts a savory, woody depth rather than acrid ashiness. At 7% ABV, it presents a smooth, medium-full body typical of the style, finishing with a lingering malty sweetness balanced by subtle earthy undertones. It is a bold, clean lager that balances intensity with exceptional smoothness.
Appearance. Deep copper to dark mahogany with brilliant clarity and ruby highlights. Topped by a dense, creamy, persistent off-white head that leaves moderate lacing.
Aroma. High intensity malt-forward profile featuring toasted bread crust, light chocolate, and dark plums. This is overlaid by a distinct but clean wood-smoke character from the Manuka and Beechwood, suggesting savory sweetness and dry timber. Virtually no hop aroma; clean fermentation with a hint of warming alcohol.
Taste. Rich and profoundly malty with an initial impression of dark fruit and toasted grains. MaltEurope malts provide a sturdy backbone of caramel and toasted Munich-style depth. The smoke flavor is moderate, offering a resinous, earthy Manuka quality and a softer Beechwood finish. Bitterness is low, ensuring the malt dominates, while the finish is smooth and clean with a lingering, sweet malt-and-smoke aftertaste.
Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a smooth, velvety texture. Moderate carbonation provides a gentle lift. A subtle, well-integrated alcohol warmth is present, contributing to the beer's substantial feel without any harshness or astringency.
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North End Brewing Pit Boss Smoked Doppelbock 440mL
In Franconia, they practise a very old tradition of producing malt by roasting barley over open wood ...mble the slow smoked meats produced at our brewery restaurant The Salt and Wood Collective. We took a couple of hundred kilograms of malt and smoked it in the Salt and Wood smoker over a manuka w ...
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North End Brewing Pit Boss Smoked Doppelbock 440mL - The Hamilton Beer & Wine Co 
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In Franconia, they practise a very old tradition of producing malt by roasting barley over open wood fires. The resulting beers are smoky, sweet and bready with aromas and flavours that sometimes resemble the slow smoked meats produced at our brewery restaurant The Salt and Wood Collective. We took a couple of hundred kilograms of malt and smoked it in the Salt and Wood smoker over a manuka wood fire and then brewed beer with it. The result is called Pit Boss after our own head chef and ?BBQ Pit Boss? Aaron. Our collaboration between Kitchen and Brewhouse is rich, smoky and the perfect accompaniment to a helping of pulled pork.
7.0% ABV / 440mL
7.0% ABV / 440mL
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