Stone Brewing » Spotlight Series: Spröcketbier Black Rye Kölsch
ABV: 5.4% | IBU: 40 | Rating: 8.4
Rick Blankemeier & Robbie Chandler were the winners of Stone's Spotlight Series brewing competition, with their Spröcketbier Black Rye Kölsch. The concept of a dark Kölsch struck me since I first saw this one a few weeks (months?) back.
Spröcket kicks off with a soft, mild, malt nose with a breathe of cool, herbal notes. On to the palate it's full of roasted flavor and firm dark malts, but goes down effortlessly smooth. The body is light up front with a slowly drying, coffee-rye spice finish.
I could see Porter fans lining up for this one, though it has a bit more bitter, Euro-hop bit and light on it's feet. Overall, an agreeable winner and unique concoction. Not one to elbow-down for, but worth a try especially for a share with other enthusiasts.
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