The Germans are known for a couple things, cars and beer. So not surprisingly they do them both pretty well, especially their beer. While they may be most well known for their classic Hefeweizen (or wheat) beer, they provide many variations on their classic staple.The Franziskaner Dunkel can provide a very large head depending on how you pour, but disappears just as quickly as it came. With a dark brown color, this is not a beer that particularly shines in the light. The beer smells like a wheat for sure, giving off a sweet aroma with a little fruity twist that is very refreshing.
The beer doesn't have a very distinct mouthfeel. There is no real tingle or sparkle on the tongue like some of the other beers I've reviewed which I find a little disappointing. The taste is very satisfying with hints of caramel and the fruit that was present in the smell. This is a very drinkable, refreshing beer with a smooth finish. So if you're looking for a good beer to sip on, this would be a good option. In my opinion however, I think the beer could benefit from a little more of a spark to the drink. It's just a little too smooth/bland for my taste.
Overall Franziskaner Hefeweizen Dunkel Review: B (84/100)
Beer Details:
ABV: 5.5%
IBUs: Unknown
Brewer: Franziskaner
Style: Dunkelweizen
Price: $2.99/22 oz bottle
I've been looking for a good dunkelweizen in the states. Where did you get this?
ReplyDeleteI got it at a specialty beer/wine shop up here in the Twin Cities called Haskell's. Not sure where you would be able to get it in Iowa. Hy-Vee may have it sometimes.
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