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The Koln Concert

ABV: 4.9%IBU: 25
91
Overall
Aroma
11
Flavor
18
Mouthfeel
4
Appearance
3

What Our Panel Thought

Aroma: “Grainy Pilsner malt, crisp noble hops, peppercorn and citrus plus a lager-like character make this a beer begging to be tasted.”

Flavor: “Simple base malt backbone. Floral, soapy, and slightly citrus-hops flavors. Slightly peppery and spicy. Moderate carbonation enhances a crisp effervescence and pronounced bitterness with a slightly sweet finish. It hits most of the notes in safe and expected ways, but there’s just a hint of clash between the resinous woodier elements of the hops and the ester component.”

Overall: “The crisp finish, lightly fruity ester character is in line with expectations for a Kölsch. Hops seem more English than Continental. Well-

balanced and well-crafted. It finishes crisp in a palate-cleansing way that ensures another sip.”

What the Brewers Say

"German Kolsch"

Light Ales + Dark Lagers (Feb-Mar 2019)
Review printed in: Light Ales + Dark Lagers (Feb-Mar 2019)
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Date Reviewed: January 3, 2019