Out in the Franconian lake region of municipality Oberasbach, Germany lies a little brewery. This brewery is called Schorschbräu, yet there is nothing little about the beers in which they produce. "Home of the Strongest Beers on Earth." is their slogan and they appear to be correct. Their Schorschbok 40% has taken the lead in the race for highest ABV beer at 40%. Technically it is clocking in at 39.44%ABV. But, who's counting decimals and fractions?
They have knocked our BrewDog buddies over in Scotland from their perch with their 32%ABV Tactical Nuclear Penguin.
Seems like the brewing community around the world is brewing up some healthy competition. The good thing about this is that they are both different styles of "beer." The Tactical Nuclear Penguin is an "Uber-Imperial Stout" while the Schorschbok is an Eisbock.
Not a lot of reviews of this puppy (in fact, only one that I can find), as this is an extremely limited release, and I'm sure it has corresponding price tag.
Are these extreme beers worth the price tag and hype or are they simply novelty items? Is "drinkability" still considered when these beers are produced or is the shock value that makes it worth seeking out and drinking? Granted the website likes to remake that these beers are brewed under the Reinheitsgebot. One way or another, this is indeed impressive and really pushes the idea of extreme brewing.
Drink up!
Would you consider Aventinus Weizen-Eisbock a beer? The style Eisbock is kind of based on a brewing "mistake" or mishap. The process of the beverage is the same as beer until it is later freeze distilled.
ReplyDeleteI can see the side of the coin where it seems a little a playground feud to be the biggest and best while out doing the next guy. Hey, it's still remarkable that brewers are doing these sorts of things for experiments, bragging rights, re-inventing old traditions, or friendly competition.