Augustiner Bräu Maximator - Augustiner-Bräu Wagner KG

Hopfenpeter

Maryland

4/5  rDev +1.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

The beer is a clear mahogany reddish brown and builds a one finger high, bubbly tan head , which dissipates fast and leaves non lacing.
The smell is sweet and of caramel and dark fruit. Little hop in the back.
The taste is sweet and caramel up front, dark fruit and malty notes in the middle, and a hop finish , which balances the sweetness nicely.
The beer is a little syrupy and leaves a sweet linger on the tongue. But a nice Doppelbock and very drinkable.

Serving type: bottle

01-30-2012 04:12:18 | More by Hopfenpeter

Kromes

Georgia

3.55/5  rDev -9.7%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

A: Clear dark brown and ruby highlights with a thin line of bubbles on top.

S: Toasted malt and noble hops.

T: Sweet toasted malt, a little grain, and a very slight bitter hop flavor in the finish. The beer is very malty and sweet.

M: Medium-heavy body with good carbonation. A full feel to it.

G: A good doppelbock. Compared to others in it's class though, it doesn't stand up. Still an above average beer.

Serving type: bottle

01-14-2012 02:48:11 | More by Kromes

Luigi

North Carolina

4.03/5  rDev +2.5%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

pours out a rich amber color with a head that goes above the rim but does not overflow. Retention is good keeping a thick lace around the glass. Has a lot of carbonation bubbles floating to the top.

The aroma is sweet with caramel at first then some grassy hop kicks in. There is a hint of semi-sweet chocolate as well.

Sweet caramel malt, sweet alcohol, and grassy hops dominate the flavor. More caramel and chocolate at first than the hops, but the the bitter hop hit the tongue quickly.

This is full bodied Doppelbock that is very tasty, drinkable, but at the same time I paid 14$ for this lager and think you can find just as good for cheaper. Either way this lager was wonderful!

Serving type: bottle

12-07-2011 03:43:58 | More by Luigi

keithmurray

Louisiana

4.08/5  rDev +3.8%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Bottle poured into a mug

Appearance - murky ruby red color with fluffy tan head

smell - pretty rich, plums, figs, raisins, cocoa, hazelnut

taste - this is good, most of what was hinted at in the smell - figs, raisins, plums, cocoa, hint of red grapes

mouthfeel - light to medium carbonation, medium bodied, some booze is present, warming but not overwhelming, slight sweetness, goes down smooth down the gullet

overall - decent dopplebock, if you are a fan of the style, it is worth a try, while other versions of the style are more readily available and more reasonably priced

Price Point - single purchased for $3.25

Serving type: bottle

11-13-2011 23:54:22 | More by keithmurray

bobhits

Kentucky

3.98/5  rDev +1.3%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Pours a ruby red dense body, head doesn't last under the weight.

Smells of sweet plums, cherry, and just sweet caramel drenched fruits.

A wonderful complex sweetness perfectly hit with just enough hops to tame the sweetness parade.

A bit of carbonation but very sweet and thick body to finish the style.

A short review because I want to get back to drinking! I really like this one. I think this hits the perfect balance of sweet, hops, in a Gemeran beer without over doing it or going so over the top on the malt that it becomes a barely wine. I really appreciate this one.

Serving type: bottle

11-01-2011 01:04:21 | More by bobhits

claytong

Vermont

3.75/5  rDev -4.6%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 3

appearance - nice one inch head. amber in color. white head. decent lacing that doesnt last too long. doesnt stick at rim and is completely gone now.

smell - raisin, alcohol, plum, brown malts

taste - brown malts up ront, light raisin/fig comes in and alcohol tinge. malts finish it off

mouthfeel - smooth, good carbonation, good body.

overall - eh, a good doppelbock, but no where does it stand out. and i feel i overrated a hair on the taste and mouthfeel.

Serving type: bottle

10-18-2011 22:34:41 | More by claytong

merc7186

New York

3.45/5  rDev -12.2%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 3 | overall: 3.5

I had this beer poured from a bottle into a glass.

The beer pours decent with a amber, brown color that passes some light through it, a mild off white ring of head, and mild lacing on the glass. The smell is decent with a raisin and bourbon blend that comes through nicely. The beer tastes decent with raisin, plum, mild bourbon taste that blends with the malts well. The mouthfeel is average as the beer was carbonated okay and the mouth was some what watery. Overall, it was an average dopplebock but not worth the price of admission at 6.75 in my opinion.

Serving type: bottle

10-15-2011 02:26:01 | More by merc7186

Knapp85

Pennsylvania

3.73/5  rDev -5.1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5

This brew poured out as a nice brown color with a thin tan colored head on top that doesn't last very long. The smell of the beer was a little boozy with some roasted malt aromas too. The taste is a little on the bitter side, with the sweeter malts coming through in the finish. The mouthfeel is pretty good, not very heavy for a dark brew. Overall it's worth trying.

Serving type: bottle

10-14-2011 02:25:47 | More by Knapp85

Extrajoker00

Ohio

4/5  rDev +1.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Served in a pilsner glass

Review from notes: Beer Tasting 09-23-2011

A : Ruby with a thin head -really a good looking beer

S : faint smell of yeast and fruit

T : roasted malt and yeast fruity undertones

M : very bright

D : had a good finish

I'm glad I got to try this one a very unique Beer

Serving type: bottle

09-25-2011 02:46:18 | More by Extrajoker00

Neorebel

New Jersey

3.65/5  rDev -7.1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

The beer's appearance is dark russet with a bubbly head, which soon recedes to a half inch, and then to less than that, with little retention. The nose consists of grains, caramel, cherry, and sugar. When imbibed, the initial taste is that of a hearty bread for just a second, followed by sweet taffy and tart cherry. For a moderate ABV, it doesn't seem like it - the beer is pretty balanced with a medium mouthfeel. Seems just right for the level of strong flavor. It gets smoother as the temperature goes up. Not the best doppelbock but still very good. As for Augustiner-Brau though, I think I'll stick to the Pils.

Serving type: bottle

09-24-2011 23:11:37 | More by Neorebel

jbierling

Michigan

3/5  rDev -23.7%
look: 3 | smell: 3 | taste: 3 | feel: 3 | overall: 3

Great bottle with the foil but it didn't quite stack up to my expectations considering its presentation.

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Appearance: Dark amber color.

Smell: Average

Taste: Pleasant

Mouthfeel: Moderate carbonation

Drinkability: Average at best. I was expecting to really like it.

Serving type: bottle

09-11-2011 12:42:27 | More by jbierling

StJamesGate

New York

3.9/5  rDev -0.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

Ruddy amber with flan-colored lumpy head. Flinty grain, cherry skin and raisin scone nose.
Sourdough rye bread and cherry compote, a tart fruit pit middle and nutmeg and sarsaparilla spice to finish.
Prune finish and bone dry leave. The light side of medium, some chew, lively.

Lean, tart and dry - ABV and sour dark fruit together make this a crisp and not at all sweet doppelbock. Not sure it's what I want, but it certainly does what it sets out to.

Serving type: bottle

08-29-2011 21:01:16 | More by StJamesGate

nickd717

California

4.03/5  rDev +2.5%
look: 4.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Bottle thanks to largadeer. Review is from 8/31/2010.

Clear medium reddish-brown color with a decent-sized light beige head.

Big malty aroma with some good dark fruit notes.

Nice classic doppelbock flavor with cherry and deep caramel and roasted notes. Smooth and malty on the finish.

Good mouthfeel, medium-plus bodied with average carbonation.

A solid example of the style.

Serving type: bottle

08-25-2011 15:43:59 | More by nickd717

mdcrouser

Missouri

3.98/5  rDev +1.3%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Purchased by the bottle from the Bier Garden in Portsmouth, Va. and enjoyed at the bed and breakfast we're staying at for the evening.

I managed to borrow a small mug glass from the innkeeper and enjoy this back at the room.

Pours a steady ruby-brown with very little white head.

I'm picking up big flavors of chocolate, cinnamon, some heavy dark bread. Not in a chewy way like you'd find with a big stout, but in one that features layers of a cake - each delivering a different flavor. In the background is a touch of floral hoppiness, barely revealing to the palette.

Sweetly fills the mouth with big flavor - goes well with the chocolate cake we brought home from the restaurant.

That's a really good doppelbock - best enjoyed when it's nearly room temperature.

Serving type: bottle

08-16-2011 00:55:16 | More by mdcrouser

nickfl

Florida

4/5  rDev +1.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

A - Pours with one finger of light tan foam on a clear, brown body with bright ruby highlights. The head settles at a moderate pace and leaves light lace.

S - Caramel and a hint of molasses otherwise very clean

T - Dark caramel malt and toasted grain up front. Some darker, sugary notes of brown sugar and molasses in the middle. The beer finishes with dry, fruity notes of plum and brown sugar as well as some nutty malt.

M - Medium-thick body, moderate carbonation, and a slightly sweet finish.

D - Very drinkable, this beer is not quite as thick as some examples of the style. It has a fair amount of dark, sugary character in the malt profile, but finishes dry enough to be well balanced. There are better dopplebocks out there, but this is definitely worth trying.

Serving type: bottle

08-13-2011 03:31:49 | More by nickfl

mikesgroove

South Carolina

4.22/5  rDev +7.4%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

dark hazelnut brown. Lots of carbonation visible throughout the glass. A nice three finger high head of tan colored lace rose up above it and hung around for a few minutes before finally settling down to just a thin film across the top of the glass. Some decent side glass lacing as well, completed it very nicely.

The aroma was rich and sweet. Lots of great earthy and grainy notes mixing in well with a good amount of caramel sugar. The flavor followed suit nicely, with the dominant flavor of caramel really taking hold. Some nice bready malts being located under that as well. The alcohol was very well hidden, and not a factor at all. Nice smooth finish with the long lingering flavor of nutty caramel on the tongue for a few minutes afterward.

Serving type: bottle

08-07-2011 00:49:29 | More by mikesgroove

womencantsail

California

3.8/5  rDev -3.3%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

Thanks for this one, Chris.

A: The beer pours a dark amber color with a solid khaki head that is about a finger tall.

S: Not the most intense nose for a doppelbock. Nice brown sugar and toffee notes with a hint of fruit to it. Some toasted malt and bread with a little bit of cocoa/dark chocolate to it as well.

T: The flavor is a bit more impressive. Nice dark chocolate and brown sugar to go along with the toffee and dark fruits and toasted bread. A slight bitterness and a light molasses flavor.

M: Medium in body with carbonation that is a bit on the low side of medium.

O: Just an okay doppelbock. Not as sweet and a little thinner than most doppelbocks I've come across.

Serving type: bottle

08-06-2011 20:24:00 | More by womencantsail

Erik53

Texas

4.7/5  rDev +19.6%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 5

It has a very complex flavor which I assume comes from traditional decoction mashing. The caramelized sugars give slightly roasted notes. It accomplishes the stylistic sweetness, without coming off as a sweet beer, achieving excellent balance. This is the first dopplebock that I have truly enjoyed.

Serving type: bottle

07-31-2011 19:37:55 | More by Erik53

BeerForMuscle

New Jersey

4/5  rDev +1.8%
look: 4 | smell: 4 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

A - Gloowing amber, clear with a nice lace ring.

S - Roasted nuts, malt sugar, dry alcohol. Interesting woody nutty spice note. Not sure what that is. Alcohol wafting about.

T - Very nutty taste, with a sweet aftertaste. This reminds me of the grainy sweet aftertaste of honeycomb cereal. ALmost a starchy corn note, much like the sweetness amylase presents when consuming a starch. Toasty nuts for sure. Malt sweetness and honey to boot.

M - Very light and crisp on the palate, with a semi dry finish on the tongue. This beer makes you want to keep sipping.

O - A different doppelbock, with earthy nutty notes and a crispness to it. A nice change from the viscous malt domination of some more traditional DB's.

Serving type: bottle

07-25-2011 01:04:55 | More by BeerForMuscle

BeerYain

Washington

3.4/5  rDev -13.5%
look: 3 | smell: 4 | taste: 3 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.5

Pours caramel with a small head out of an 11.2oz bottle. It tastes a lot like a typical smooth, mellow scotch beer...easy drinking. If you know what that tastes like, then you'll understand this one. If you don't, go read up on them! The alcohol is hiding under there at 7.5%, so don't stand too quickly if you've had a few. The price is right here in Seattle-Tacoma for a repeat visit, but I wouldn't set out for it anywhere - not even in Germany where it's bottled.

Serving type: bottle

07-17-2011 04:31:18 | More by BeerYain

BierFan

Michigan

3.93/5  rDev 0%
look: 4.5 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

Poured from an 11.2 ounce bottle into a pint glass.

Clear reddish brown body with a decent sized head for the style. Doesn't quite live up to the name "Maximator". I'd like if this beer had more hops, malt, alcohol... I guess this just kind of seems more like a "light" doppelbock to me. Despite that, it's still pretty darn good.

Serving type: bottle

07-02-2011 07:22:04 | More by BierFan

wcintula

New York

4.13/5  rDev +5.1%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4

A very good Doppelbock this was. Poured into a Jever flute with a clear reddish-brown body with a tan head with a finger and a half depth. Very light lacing. Smells very nice, and 'like a doppelbock.' Clean, malty, with a fruity sweetness. The taste follows through as I think 'crystal malt' with this delicious German offering. Paired with a dinner of pickled herring in sour cream and venison sausages with homemade potato salad, this bold Doppelbock stands up to strong flavors in the meal with it's own sweet balance. The 7.5% ABV is barely noticed(but yes, still noticed) in this strong bier. Recommended strongly as it is a beer with great flavor, aroma, and character. YES, character.

Serving type: bottle

06-10-2011 02:30:32 | More by wcintula

mcguirmn

New Jersey

4.38/5  rDev +11.5%
look: 4 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 4.5

First thing I noticed was the champ on the front label. Not really sure if the picture above really does it justice. This monk-looking fellow looks like a total boss. He's sitting there, wearing his bib (which he wears proudly) ready to kick ass and take names. This beer's label is probably my favorite.

Now, on to the beer itself.

Appearance: Comes out of the bottle as a dark brown, almost burgundy color. Nonexistent head.

Smell: Amazing. Smells of malt, dark fruits, with a strong chocolate presence.

Taste: Amazing. I had never had a Doppelbock before. And since I pretty much bought the beer only because it looked cool, I really didn't know what to expect. It was like drinking a dark, alcoholic, chocolate milk. Definitely hides the alcohol well.

Mouthfeel: Solid. Full Bodied with minimal carbonation (perhaps I had an older bottle).

Overall: Definitely a good beer.While I wouldn't say that this is one of my go-to beers, it was very enjoyable.

Serving type: bottle

06-02-2011 20:56:19 | More by mcguirmn

UnbakedToast

Virginia

3.08/5  rDev -21.6%
look: 4 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 2.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 3

Please note that personally, I am not a big fan of German beers... but with that being said, I was not too fond of this beer.

This beer poured fairly smooth with a decent head that faded to a faint ring around the top. The aroma was very sweet and had a faint hint of wood or rosin that you almost had to search to find.

If one did not know what to expect from this style, you might be overpowered by the sweetness. This beer was very malty with an almost cough-syrup aftertaste.

If you were to have this with dinner it would pair well with a dessert, or wild game with berries... but drinking a whole bottle by itself I would not recommend.

Serving type: bottle

05-26-2011 22:52:52 | More by UnbakedToast

mrasskicktastic

New Jersey

3.3/5  rDev -16%
look: 2 | smell: 4.5 | taste: 3 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3

A - A reddish-brown thick brew. Substantial head that fades to only a thin ring of foam. No lacing.

S - Malty, raisins, plums (faintly pickled) and brown sugar.

T - Malty, slightly sour and bitter - a hint of raisins. Aftertaste is of lingering sweetness and light malty bitterness.

M - Thick, very slightly harsh from carbonation, moderately refreshing.

D - The smell is excellent, the rest is mediocre. I am not going to have this again. I love doppelbocks and this simplify is okay, albeit slightly more expensive.

Serving type: bottle

05-24-2011 07:38:26 | More by mrasskicktastic