Samuel Adams Boston Lager

Name: Samuel Adams Boston Lager
Brand: Beer
SKU: 527f4e54d187e401090028fa
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Rating: 3.41 (448791 reviews)

Vienna Lager 4.9 º 30 IBU

Samuel Adams - The Boston Beer Company

This classic Vienna Lager presents a deep copper hue and a sophisticated sensory profile defined by a decoction-style malt richness. A robust backbone of caramel and toffee notes from two-row barley provides a smooth, toasted foundation. The aromatic profile is elevated by the signature use of Hallertau Mittelfruh and Tettnang Tettnanger Noble hops, contributing elegant floral, spicy, and subtle pine layers with a hint of citrus. The palate finds a masterful equilibrium between this sweet malt complexity and a firm, crisp bitterness, resulting in a clean, refreshing finish that exemplifies the balance of a refined amber lager.

Appearance. Deep amber to reddish-copper with brilliant clarity. Pours with a moderate, off-white head that demonstrates good retention and leaves light lacing on the glass.

Aroma. Moderately intense malt aroma featuring toasted bread and rich grain, with noticeable notes of caramel and light toffee. The hop character is moderate and refined, showing floral, spicy, and slightly piney notes from Hallertau Mittelfruh and Tettnang Tettnanger. Clean fermentation profile with no sulfur or esters.

Taste. Initial malt sweetness leads with flavors of toasted crust, caramel, and a hint of biscuit. This richness is balanced by a firm hop bitterness. Hop flavors are floral and herbal with a slight citrus edge. The balance is slightly towards the malt, yet it finishes relatively dry and clean with a lingering toasted grain aftertaste.

Mouthfeel. Medium body with a smooth, slightly creamy texture. Carbonation is moderate-high, providing a crisp, refreshing sparkle. No perceptible alcohol warmth or astringency.

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