This is the strongest type of bock. It is made by chilling a doppelbock until ice is formed. At this point, the ice is removed, leaving behind a brew with a higher concentration of alcohol. This also serves to concentrate the flavors, and the resultant beer is rich and powerful, with a pronounced malt sweetness and a warm alcoholic finish. Alcohol levels run to at least 8 percent ABV.
94 Hermannator Ice Bock, Vancouver Island Brewery (Canada). 9.5% ABV (3/13)
Very dark brown color. Aromas and flavors of piña colada Life Saver, caramel and cherry cola with a frothy and fruity medium-to-full body and a tangy, roasted corn, fruit cake and peppery radish-like hop finish. A nicely balanced and approachable eisbock that will work as a sipper or with hearty stews.
