Shiner 97 Bohemian Black Lager

Date:	11/16/2007
Brewery:	Spoetzl Brewery
Beer:	Shiner Bohemian Black Lager - Shiner 97
Origin:	Shiner, TX
Style:	Schwarzbier
Container:	12 oz. brown glass bottle, screw cap
Purchased:	Kegs & Barrels, Plano, TX
Price:	$6.99 per 6-pack
Alcohol:	4.9% ABV ABV
Brewer's Description:	Don't be afraid of the dark. Here in Shiner, Texas (Pop. 2,070), we've been handcrafting beer since 1909. The passion of our original brewmaster, Kosmos Spoetzl, continues to inspire our efforts today. First brewed to commemorate our 97th anniversary, this Bohemian black lager remains true to the old-world heritage of the German and Czech immigrants who settled Shiner. Imported Czech Saaz and Styrian hops, and select roasted malts make this "Schwarzbier" our darkest brew yet. PROSIT! This rare and delicious style of beer is referred to in Germany as a "Schwarzbier", or black beer. This handcrafted Bohemian black beauty is brewed with select roasted malts and imported hops.
Appearance:	Very dark brown in color. Can barely see a light through it when held up to a light source. Poured moderate head but did not retain it very long. Too dark to see bubbles. Similar in appearance to a porter or an Anchor Bock.
Aroma:	Can smell some spice. Not much else, but I am getting a cold so my nose isn't at its best.
Taste:	Has both a sweet and spice note. More taste after its swallowed.
Mouth Feel:	Has a good feel. Not as thick/viscous as a porter. Carbonation level is good.
Drinkability:	This is a good beer. I like it more now than when I tried my first bottle of it. It grows on you.
Score:	6 / 10

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• Shiner Bohemian Black Lager - Shiner 97 scored a B on
• Shiner Bohemian Black Lager - Shiner 97 scored 2.98 on

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Shiner Bavarian Style Amber, Limited Edition "98"

Date:	9/19/2007
Brewery:	Spoetzl Brewery
Beer:	Shiner Bavarian Style Amber, Limited Edition "98"
Origin:	Shiner, TX
Style:	Vienna Lager
Container:	12oz. Brown Glass Bottle, Screw Cap
Purchased:	Tom Thumb, Rowlett, TX
Price:	$ per 6-pack
Alcohol:	4.90% ABV
Brewer's Description:	This limited edition anniversary beer commemorates the 98th year of handcrafted brewing at the Spoetzl brewery in Shiner, Texas. With every sip, this Bavarian amber lager pays tribute to the old-world Bavarian quality demanded by the German. From website: Shiner 98 is a tribute to our German and Czech heritage. This Bavarian-Style Amber is an Old World lager with a distinctive hop floral aroma and a sweet finish. It's created using the Munich Malt process, invoking a rich golden brown color. Then, only the finest German hops are added to give 98 its signature finish. A delicious stop on the way to 100 years at the Little Brewery.*****PROSIT! Kettle hopped with Hallertau tradition & dry hopped with Hallertau hersbrucker 80% pale malt, 20% Munich malt
Appearance:	Medium amber in color. Poured a fine head, but didn't retain it. Head was whitish in color.
Aroma:	Smells a little hoppy. Different from a pale ale.
Taste:	Maybe a little bitter for my taste. Can taste the hops.
Mouth Feel:	Mouth feel is ok. A little too much bite from carbonation.
Drinkability:	Overall, it's just OK and not great. Not as good as Shiner Bock.
Score:	4 / 10

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• Shiner Bavarian Style Amber, Limited Edition "98" scored 81 on
• Shiner Bavarian Style Amber, Limited Edition "98" scored 2.83 on

Shiner Kölsch

Date:	8/29/2007
Brewery:	Spoetzl Brewery
Beer:	Shiner Kölsch
Origin:	Shiner, TX
Style:	Kölsch
Container:	12oz. Brown Glass Bottle, Twist-off Cap
Purchased:	Kegs & Barrels, Plano, TX
Price:	$6.99 per 6-pack
Alcohol:	4.9% ABV
Brewer's Description:	Refreshingly effervescent, this Summer brew is fashioned after the Kölsch biers that originated in Cologne, Germany in the 1800's. Hallertau Magnum and Mount Hood Hops combine for an especially clean, crisp finish. Handcrafted with small-town pride in Shiner, Texas. Since 1909, the Little Brewery has been the source of every drop of Shiner Beer. We hope you enjoy this beer with the same passion that went into brewing it. Prosit! Here in Shiner, Texas (Pop. 2,070), we've been handcrafting beer for nearly a century. It all started when Czec and German farmers built the Little Brewery to satisfy their thirst for old-world brews. The passion of our original brewmaster, Kosmos Spoetzl, continues to inspire our efforts today. This traditional Kölsch bier is the product of our proud German heritage.
Appearance:	Medium golden yellow in color. Slow bubbles evolve while sitting in glass. Poured about an inch of head and retained it for less than a minute.
Aroma:	I pick up only a little bread smell compared to the Curve Ball, but more noticeable than in something like Bud Light.
Taste:	Decent. Not as good as Curve Ball, but I would drink it if I couldn't get Curve Ball. Not too bitter. Just about right on the bitterness/sweetness scale, for me.
Mouth Feel:	Carbonation releases when held in mouth, but not too much. Smooth afterwards.
Drinkability:	Good. See taste comments.
Score:	5 / 10

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• Shiner Kölsch scored 81 on
• Shiner Kölsch scored 2.59 on