Blonde Doppelbock - Capital Brewery

ccs

New Hampshire

3.88/5  rDev 0%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

It's a little more amber than I would think of for a blond. The nose is all grain and malt, very pleasant. It has a sweet, malty taste with a crisp, clean finish that leaves the mouth as a sparkle of carbonation. The mouthfeel for this beer is very appropriate for the style. It's clean, crisp, and not overbearing. A nice drinker with a well disguised alcohol content.

Serving type: bottle

08-13-2006 05:27:58 | More by ccs

getch

Wisconsin

4.38/5  rDev +12.9%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.5

a-golden, light amber color, has some residue on the glass, not much head when being poured

s-lightly fruity, malt smell, it is very good, and is a warmer smell. Its not a distinct smell, but very good. Adds to the flavor

t-extremely smooth, has a nice hit of alcohol that reaches in the middle of the senses. I taste a sweet carmel

m-again smooth and some what thick, it lingers in the mouth for some time. A bit of a surprise

d- this can be booth a sipping beer and have a bunch beer, very enjoyable and will def buy more.

Serving type: bottle

04-17-2008 04:18:50 | More by getch

jhp40219

Kentucky

3.6/5  rDev -7.2%
look: 4 | smell: 2 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Found a 4-pack of the 2010 release in my local beer outlet. Having been to Wisconsin on several occasions and enjoyed Capital Brewery's selections while there, I was excited to find this. This is the first time a Capital Brewery release has been available in Louisville, KY. So I couldn't wait to try this.

A - A nice clear copper. Little thin white head and a slight but of lacing that slides down the glass as you drink. Very light and refreshing looking.

S - Almost non-existent. I have tried and tried to get a little fragrance going by every means possible and I am not getting much of anything. VERY faint flowery and hops smell. Basically nothing.

T - Sweet malts and slightly hoppy at first giving way to a toasty biscuit and alcohol finish.

M - Light and refreshing like a lager should be. Crisp with not too much carbonation.

D - You'd never expect this to be 7.8% alcohol as it is very easy to drink. Crisp and refreshing, light and easy going. Good thing they are sold in 4-packs or things could get ugly very fast!

Serving type: bottle

04-18-2010 00:25:33 | More by jhp40219

HiGravShawn

Louisiana

3.85/5  rDev -0.8%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 3.5

a: beautiful color, copper and shiny

s: a little sweet smelling, but malty and nice

t: a little buttery, a little sweet, but good

m: great

d: gets bit cloying for me, but if you like em sweet this is very drinkable

All in all very nice, if a little sweet. I tend to like beers on the dry hoppy side than this, but still enjoyed immensely.

Serving type: bottle

10-02-2009 22:40:31 | More by HiGravShawn

160Shillings

North Carolina

3.7/5  rDev -4.6%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

Aroma: Strong malt aromas with slight caramel. Moderate alcohol aroma.
Appearance: Deep gold color. Creamy white persistent head made of fine bubbles.
Flavor: Powerful malt flavor with abundant melanoidin. Slight caramel flavors. Warming alcohol flavor from start to finish. Decidedly sweet with low bitterness.
Mouthfeel: Medium-full body with medium carbonation. Very smooth.
Overall Impression: A stronger but lighter version of a bock, perhaps a double version of a Maibock.
Comments: This beer taste more like a malt cordial than what most people think of as beer. At 7.8%, it is more of a treat than something you would drink with dinner. Still a very special treat for malt lovers.

Serving type: bottle

03-20-2012 04:02:40 | More by 160Shillings

lakeviewmike

Wisconsin

3.98/5  rDev +2.6%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Pours light golden/yellow with a small head.

Smells malty, fresh, bready.

Taste is malty and has that grassy twang found in a good doppelbock. High alcohol comes through as warm and enhancing, not overpowering. Doughy. Low hops.

This was my first blonde doppelbock and I really liked it. Great bock flavor but lighter and very drinkable.

Serving type: bottle

10-15-2007 14:27:29 | More by lakeviewmike

PrAndo

Wisconsin

3.98/5  rDev +2.6%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

This was the first time that I've had the Capital Doppelbock and am quite pleased with it. I have to say that as I sample this fine brew and type away I'm aware that I'm experiencing a moment when the beer that I've chosen for the afternoon and my mindset for the day are in accord. It's nice to have your mood matched with what you're drinking (or eating, but since we're talking beer here...).

Appearance: It's supposedly a blonde doppelbock, but this has a bit more of an orange color to it. Not as deep in shade or tone as a copper color, but certainly not the pale shade I'd associate with "blonde". It is quite clear. The head is a bit of a dull white, but there's little head retention. Little to no lacing on the glass.

Smell: Warm, sweet, malty, goodness but you still do get a little hop aroma up front.

Taste: Again, with the noticable hop flavor up front but diminishes quickly to the abundant malt flavor.

Mouthfeel: rich and full, medium heavy body.

Drinkability: On flavor, I'd love to drink this all day. On ABV, I'll be good and keep myself to just a couple.

Serving type: bottle

03-29-2009 22:05:42 | More by PrAndo

TStron

Florida

3.75/5  rDev -3.4%
look: 4 | smell: 3 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4

A - Deep gold in color. Respectable head that disappeared rather quickly.

S - A solid malt aroma.

T - Good strong flavor with a nice balance between the alcohol and flavor. Had a faint note of hops.

M - Smooth and a bit thick. The taste lingered for a little while after a sip. Slightly low on carbonation.

D - You can tell its 7.8 ABV after a bottle but not so much during it. It didn't hold up to well as the bottle warmed but perhaps I was taking too long to finish it.

Doppelbocks are not among my favorite styles but I would drink this again.

Serving type: bottle

04-23-2010 00:18:24 | More by TStron

MrSpiffy

4.45/5  rDev +14.7%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 5 | overall: 4.5

Aroma: Sweet honey and malt. No real hop aroma.

Mouthfeel: Thick and creamy, it foams up in your mouth as you sip it. Very smooth, coating the mouth. Nearly zero carbonation.

Taste: Sweet and creamy, with honey and malt very prominent. No hop flavor noticeable, and just a tiny hint of bitterness. Slight toasty notes on the end.

Overall: I love it! It's a big mouthful. A big, creamy beer. Excellent choice for an after-dinner/dessert beverage.

Other info:

Cost: $9 per 4-pack
Caps: Twist-off
ABV: 7.8%
IBU: 15-20 (estimated)

Serving type: bottle

03-16-2012 13:49:05 | More by MrSpiffy