If it’s February, then it’s time again to make space in the fridge for this luscious brew from Downingtown’s Victory Brewing Company. St. Victorious Doppelbock honors the true Bavarian style, but with a sly twist — a subtle touch of beech-smoked malt that adds depth and character.

Bock beers are strong beers, which in Germany usually means strong lagers. Doppelbocks, or double bocks, are strongest of all. Rich chocolate brown with ruby highlights, these beers defy any assumption that lagers are all weak yellow beers. Originally brewed to sustain monks during Lent, Doppelbocks are made with far more malt and far less water than your average pilsner. Packed with toffee-like flavors and aromas of gingersnaps fresh from the oven, these beers are unctuous on the palate. They slip down the throat like melted butter, their silky richness disguising their hefty alcoholic kick.

Victory is one of the country’s leaders in brewing German-inspired styles. St. Victorious may well be the finest Doppelbock produced in the USA. So, grab a case while it’s fresh. It’ll be a terrific partner for hearty meals, from pierogies with fried onions to bacon cheeseburgers.

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Posted by Marnie Old on 2/5/08 in What to Drink, Wine & Spirits