hopIQ
ENDE
Build your DNASign in

Doppelbock

Schönbuch Braumanufaktur
Tap to rate
🌍 Germany · Doppelbock · One of 31 Doppelbocks in hopIQ

A golden Doppelbock from the Swabian brewing tradition, assertive in malt character and structured with substantial body. The aroma carries wine-like and alcoholic notes—warmer than most lagers, with vanilla tones that emerge in the glass. This is a beer for the late evening or as a slow finish to a meal: the alcohol warmth lingers, inviting contemplation rather than refreshment. Serve cool, around 48–50 °F, in a sturdy glass that lets the colour glow.

ABV
8.4%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
deep amber20
See all Doppelbock alternatives →
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Full-bodied and gently sweet.

A slow, coating pour that settles on the tongue and rewards the sip that follows.

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Doppelbock.
Malt character
malty
caramel
Distinctive notes
vanilla
dark fruit
Compare with another beer →

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Doppelbock

Appearance

A deep golden hue that glows warmly in the glass, with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that clings to the sides in delicate lacing. The carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a refined visual presentation that speaks to the beer's structured character and traditional lager craftsmanship.

deep goldenbright claritypersistent lacemoderate carbonation

Aroma

The nose opens with prominent wine-like and alcoholic warmth, distinctly warmer than typical lagers, accompanied by emerging vanilla and subtle caramel sweetness. Notes of dark fruit sit beneath, while a gentle alcohol heat suggests the beer's full 8.4% ABV—inviting closer inspection without any harshness.

wine-likewarm alcoholvanilladark fruit notes

Taste

The palate delivers assertive malt character with a full, rich body that coats the mouth generously. Vanilla and caramel flavors weave through the malt backbone, while dark fruit undertones add complexity. The alcohol warmth is present but smooth, never burning, allowing the beer's depth to unfold rather than dominate.

assertive maltfull bodyvanilla, caramelsmooth alcohol

Finish

The finish is long and warming, with lingering alcohol heat that encourages slow contemplation rather than refreshment. Malt sweetness and vanilla fade gradually, leaving a gentle drying sensation and an invitation to settle in for the evening.

warming finishlingering maltcontemplative
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
83
Appearance
81
Finish
80
+ Sign in to add your tasting note

Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Doppelbock

Serve at 9–12°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Doppelbock

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

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same malty, full-bodied, boozy character as Doppelbock will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

Other Doppelbocks in hopIQ

Explore all Doppelbock beers in hopIQ →Browse Germany beers →

WHERE TO BUY

Not sure where to find Doppelbock? Search on:

RateBeer →Untappd →