Anchor Brewing Co. - Anchor Bock Beer

I have a love/hate relationship with Bock style beers. I have really liked some, and despised others. So, this being one persons opinion, I decided to stay true to my taste buds.

The Anchor Bock Beer is robust to say the least. At first the nose hits you. Rich and slightly citrusy, you go in expecting a hearty fruit-filled experience. The question I thought with the first sip is, "Is it fruity, or could it be more nutty?" A clue... neither.

The hue of this beer is a deep brown chestnut with a rich clear shine. It's not 'dirty' colored unlike some bocks I have encountered. It produces a good head, but that dissipates about as quickly as my desire to continue to drink it. The best way I can describe the flavor profile is like this: oaky, smokey, pachoky! The hops and malts merge together in a some-what burnt manner, while all I can continue to think about when drinking it is "Mmmmmm, barbecue sauce!"

If hearty, chewy, and smokey are thing s you look for in your bock style ales, try this one. However, if you are going into this thinking "I would like to try a good Bock style ale.", then don't go for this little number.

1 out of 5 pints.