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Bauhöfer Winterbock

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Caramel and cherry dominate the aroma, joined by liquorice, roasted notes and a hint of vanilla; mild honey sweetness and noble hop bitterness round off a powerful body, and the finish is big and warming. A fiery red, spicy double bock with purple highlights, once brewed as food for the fasting season: 18.7 % original gravity, 7.5 % ABV.

ABV
7.5%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Roasted bitterness
SRM
deep amber20
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
caramelnoble hopdark fruit
caramel
noble hop
dark fruit
roasted
honey
spicy
Aroma
The nose opens with prominent caramel and dark cherry notes, followed by supporting layers of liquorice, roasted malt character, and a delicate vanilla impression.
also:vanilla,malty
not found:hoppy,bready,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bauhöfer Winterbock

◎ Appearance

A deep fiery red with purple highlights, presenting a striking and substantial visual presence. The beer displays excellent clarity with a dense, persistent head that clings to the glass with fine lacing. The body is full and viscous, suggesting the weight and richness characteristic of the Doppelbock style.

fiery red with purple notesdense persistent headfull-bodied presence

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with prominent caramel and dark cherry notes, followed by supporting layers of liquorice, roasted malt character, and a delicate vanilla impression. Noble hop aromatics provide a refined spice backdrop without dominating the composition. The overall bouquet is warm and complex, inviting deeper exploration.

caramel, dark cherryliquorice, roasted maltnoble hop spice

◐ Taste

The palate enters with mild honey sweetness and full-bodied Malz character that immediately fills the mouth. Mid-palate develops deeper roasted notes and a gentle spiciness, underpinned by restrained noble hop bitterness that provides structure without harshness. The alcohol warmth integrates smoothly, adding depth to the finish.

honey sweetnessroasted Malz foundationnoble hop balance

◑ Finish

The finish is long and warming, with lingering caramel and subtle spice notes that fade gradually. A pleasant alcohol warmth persists, leaving a dry yet slightly sweet aftertaste that encourages reflection.

warming finishlingering caramel
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
85
Finish
80
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 9–12°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

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Food Pairing

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About Doppelbock

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Doppelbock?

Bocks are strong German lagers with 6.5–7.5% ABV. Rich malt sweetness — toast, chocolate, caramel — with low bitterness and a warming finish.

Finding a similar Doppelbock

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