2021 ADVENT BEER CALENDAR

The first six beers of the 2021 Advent Beer Calendar.

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I enjoyed the 2019 version of this beer calendar, so when I had an opportunity to purchase the 2021 version I didn't hesitate. It's filled with German beer goodness—water, hops, barley, and yeast—and a fun way to celebrate Advent, especially with the continuing cultural complications of COVID. (It's something I can enjoy in the comfort of my own home!) Here are my tasting notes.

1. Herrngiersdorf Grantler Hell. Clear, golden, bubbly body with a thin white head. Light fruitiness. Hay. Faint yeast. Refreshing. Clean. Light mouthfeel. Medium finish. An excellent start to the box!
2. Wieninger Hoamat Weissbier. Hazy, melted butter yellow, moderately bubbly body with finger-thick white head. Wheat. Caramel. Light berries. Faint yeast. Good. It's nothing to write home about, but it's nothing to complain about either. I'd drink it again.
3. Egerer Alms Hell. Clear, bubbly, yellow body with a thin white head. Hay. Hint of butterscotch. Fruitiness. Faint yeast. Leafy herbs (especially as it warms). Rather enjoyable.
   
4. Rheder Husaren Trunk. The pour is like a pint of apple juice. Prominent caramel malt notes. Pretzel dough. Herbal leafiness. Prost!
5. Kraftbierwerkstatt Der Schwarze Bock Doppelbock. Clear dark brown body with a thin white head. Dark fruits. Raisins. Figs. Cocoa. Wood bark. Bit of beef broth (as it warms). Good balance of sweet and dry. Like fruitcake in a can.
6. Herrnbrau Zwickl Kellerbier. Hazy, melted butter yellow, body with a finger-thick white head. Lemon. Citrus. Hay. Herbs. Crisp, clean, and refreshing. Mellow and simple. A great selection for the box.