For my taste, Bayern’s Killarney never lasts long enough, though perhaps that what makes it something to really look forward to each St. Patrick’s Day.  But my sadness at its quick disappearance never lasts too long. Right on its heels each year comes Bayern’s Maibock Lager which I found in stores this week. It is the “undisputed Bavarian spring opener” according to the brewery.  And Bayern would know.

This Maibock pours a deep golden color with some reddish tints and a white head.  It has a fairly full mouth feel and a good body.  It’s malty and that’s what I like about it, from the aroma through the aftertaste.  I taste lots of caramel with some biscuit flavors. The Hallertauer and Saaz hops provide balance, but they’re not featured. I find the malt profile to be similar to Killarney, though this one provides more of a punch. It is very smooth and crystal clear.  It won’t last long either, so stock up today.

Name: Bayern Maibock Lager
Brewery: Bayern Brewing Co., Missoula, MT.
Style: Maibock.
Color: Deep golden with reddish tint and a white head. 
Packaging: draft and 12 oz bottles.
Stats: 6.5% abv, ? IBU.
Bought: Local grocery store in Missoula.
Ruling: Three and a half out of Five Hops. Great, smooth, malty, spring favorite.