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Saranac Octoberfest

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Type: Marzen/Oktoberfest
ABV: 5.4%

   

Price 2.75
Packaging 1.5  
Aroma 13.75
Flavor Beginning 18.25
Flavor Middle  22.5
Flavor End 17.75
Overall 13.5
Total 90


Saranac's Octoberfest poured a dark copper color with a two fingered width, off white head.  The nose is pleasant, and well balanced with malt up front and distinct hop aromas underneath.  There is a faint trace of spices as well.  The body has a smooth malt flavor, with crisp hops underneath, and a spicy characteristic.  The finish was pleasant, with mild hops and a mild bitterness.  There was some lacing left on the glass.  Overall, this is a really good beer.  It is fairly complex for the style but blends well together and very well balanced.  The finish is nice, and there is a distinctic difference from the body which was nice.  This is a great seasonal beer that is perfect for a typical Fall day. 

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