Alaskan Troppelbock (Pilot Series)

Here's a sweet one.  The cats at Alaskan Brewing never disappoint, and their Pilot Series Troppelbock is definitely a treat.  The beer is a nice reddish amber, and the aromas of dark fruits, malt, and hints of vanilla are detectable immediately.  The head is pretty light and dissipating due to the light carbonation therein, and the flavors consist primarily of the aforementioned dark fruits and molasses.  There is also a real alcohol smell and taste to the brew, like it's been aged in barrels.  Though very sweet, at 10.5% ABV, this beer is not to be trifled with.  Delicious but with a punch, best served after a meal...let's say steak.

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