Jack’s Abby Framinghammer

LOC: Framingham, Massachusetts ABV: 10% | IBUS: 45 | SRM: N/A

What the brewer says

“Big, bold, and black. This unusual lager style has many similarities to imperial stouts. A lengthy conditioning period creates a silky-smooth chocolaty mouthfeel enhanced by the use of oats and brown sugar. Noticeable sweetness gets balanced by roasted malt and hops bitterness.”

What our panel thought

Aroma: “Light floral hops. Dark chocolate as it warms. Dry, subtle chocolate and slight earthy hops emerge. Perfect for the style.” Flavor: “Deep, deep dark chocolate malt, very clean fermentation. Light floral hops provide low supporting bitterness. Finishes a bit sweet with roast for days.” Overall: “A great beer—rich, complex, and creamy. You want to drink this in front of a roaring fire. Eminently enjoyable.”

AROMA: 10 APPEARANCE: 3 FLAVOR: 19 MOUTHFEEL: 5 OVERALL: 9

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