Hofbräu Maibock (Urbock) - Hofbräuhaus München

tectactoe

Michigan

3.38/5  rDev -13.1%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.25 | taste: 3.25 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 3.5

Shows a slightly hazy shade of orange and rustic copper on the pour; dingy white head settles quick but retains nicely and leaves some moderate lacing on the sides of the glass. The nose is a bit under-powered and leaves much to be desired. Largely comprised of a malt body with a touch of sweetness, the other detectable aromas don't necessarily stand out or make a name for themselves. Some very light herbal and floral notes from the hops, mild earthy spices, albeit vague and hard to identify. On the palate, the beer is pretty thin and crisp, due to pretty liberal carbonation. Some sweet malt, slightly rustic and caramelized with a moderate grain flavor in the background. Some very light fruitiness; orange zest and lemon peels. Earthy, grassy, musky hops leave a little bitter twang on the edges of the tongue. Some detectable yeast, but not really a huge contributor of flavor. Alcohol is apparent, even more so at it warms up, bit not too distracting.

Overall, a decent beer, pretty average on most account, and probably nothing I would go back to. I haven't had too many maibocks, but I would imagine there'd be better ones out there than this.

Serving type: bottle

01-31-2013 16:31:00 | More by tectactoe

jmccraney

Washington

3.75/5  rDev -3.6%

05-18-2013 04:44:27 | More by jmccraney

Zimm

New Jersey

4.25/5  rDev +9.3%

05-17-2013 19:55:53 | More by Zimm

Danny1217

Florida

4/5  rDev +2.8%

05-17-2013 03:14:43 | More by Danny1217

ryanpj

Illinois

4/5  rDev +2.8%

05-15-2013 00:08:31 | More by ryanpj

troy138

Pennsylvania

4.5/5  rDev +15.7%

05-14-2013 22:31:02 | More by troy138

HKUSPC40

Washington

3.75/5  rDev -3.6%

05-13-2013 08:28:04 | More by HKUSPC40

TommyD335

New York

4.5/5  rDev +15.7%

05-11-2013 02:49:05 | More by TommyD335

zenithberwyn

California

4.25/5  rDev +9.3%

05-08-2013 05:28:03 | More by zenithberwyn

dalepryor

Kentucky

3.75/5  rDev -3.6%

05-07-2013 22:57:01 | More by dalepryor

2beerdogs

California

3.5/5  rDev -10%

05-06-2013 19:21:10 | More by 2beerdogs

cnbrown313

Illinois

4.03/5  rDev +3.6%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 3.75 | overall: 4

On tap at the Hofbrauhaus in Rosemont, IL

A - Pours a carmel-ish brown/red color with 1 finger of white head

S - Sweet malt, fresh baked bread

T - I was expecting some alcohol bite at 7.2% ABV, but there isn't much at all. Very smooth and easy drinking. You get a bit of honey / malty sweetness up front, with a bit of bready banana yeast flavor. Very enjoyable.

M - Medium bodied and maybe slightly thicker than traditional German beers

O - I normally reach right for the hefeweizen at a German brauhaus, but since this was in-season I gave it a shot - and I'm glad I did. It is slightly sweet, but not cloying at all and very easy to get carried away drinking.

Serving type: on-tap

05-06-2013 17:11:43 | More by cnbrown313

Kreaux

Texas

1/5  rDev -74.3%

05-03-2013 23:55:53 | More by Kreaux

TMoney2591

Illinois

3.78/5  rDev -2.8%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Served in a Lagunitas mason jar.

It's getting warmer, which means it's maibock time, folks! This one pours a clear brass topped by a finger of white froth. The nose comprises biscuit, light honey, and a decidedly light bit of dry grass. The taste brings in more of the same, with some extra helpings of grass and flowers, and a vague fruitiness pervading the finish. The body is a light medium, with a light moderate carbonation and a smooth feel. Overall, a very nice maibock, one of the base staples of the style in my eyes.

Serving type: bottle

05-03-2013 20:16:23 | More by TMoney2591

currysmegs

Washington

4.75/5  rDev +22.1%

04-29-2013 23:48:27 | More by currysmegs

TheMultiYeast

Pennsylvania

3.74/5  rDev -3.9%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75

Pours clear golden yellow with a finger of white head and bubbly effervescence.

Biscuity malts and ripe red apples are strong in nose, toffee sweetness, grassy grains.

Sweet, malt forward with a bit of fruity hops. Mild toasted character takes it to the next level.

Very drinkable Maibock.

Would pick this up again. Glad I tried it.

Serving type: bottle

04-25-2013 03:03:47 | More by TheMultiYeast

SloppyJoeWasAMan

Maryland

3.75/5  rDev -3.6%

04-23-2013 22:55:34 | More by SloppyJoeWasAMan

Bromine

Florida

4/5  rDev +2.8%

04-12-2013 10:48:12 | More by Bromine

BKotch

Texas

4.25/5  rDev +9.3%

04-10-2013 07:33:12 | More by BKotch

TwoForty

Florida

4/5  rDev +2.8%

04-02-2013 02:28:23 | More by TwoForty

bacasnax

Florida

4/5  rDev +2.8%

04-02-2013 00:32:02 | More by bacasnax

EMal

Illinois

4.5/5  rDev +15.7%

03-31-2013 14:30:06 | More by EMal

falconxman

Illinois

3.75/5  rDev -3.6%

03-27-2013 12:48:50 | More by falconxman

SuomiHobbit

Connecticut

4/5  rDev +2.8%

03-26-2013 00:58:07 | More by SuomiHobbit

leinie13

Ohio

4/5  rDev +2.8%

02-23-2013 04:01:56 | More by leinie13