Whiplash Beer

It’s not a stout, not an especially Christmasy beer, the label doesn’t even have much going on. But I couldn’t resist a dunkel bock called…Don’t Call Me Uncle. I thought there was something about “drunk uncle” in there too, but it seems I made that part up. I’m a little surprised that this German style was made by an Irish brewery, but then that’s the magic of craft beer – all styles belong to everybody.

It’s a lovely golden brown with a reasonable amount of head and a fresh, orchardy scent. It has the round, sweet malt of a bock, and a little bit of green apple tartness. Although the flavor is what I expect, this beer feels like a lighter version of a bock, with everything feeling light and airy instead of earthy. It’s an interesting balance of summery brightness with a wintery aura. Smooth, a drink for a conversation, but with enough personality to be the center of attention.

Supplier: Be Hoppy
Price: €6.50