Apparently, "mocne" means strong in Polish, and, when compared to other Eastern European pale brews, Okicim Mocne is certainly that. Boasting an alcohol content of 7.1, Mocne comes in a 500mL can. It's brewed by Okocim Breweries in Brzesko, Poland--it's a brand of the Carlsberg Group. According to the Carlsberg Group's website, Mocne is classified as a pilsner.It pours a clear honey-gold colour with a white head. It has a powerful grain aroma with a slight whiff of alcohol. It doesn't really taste all that much boozier than other pale lagers but there is a bit more flavour and a decent amount of warmth. It starts sweet with dominant notes of corn and grain, then moves into a bitter finish.
Mocne tastes like a traditional pilsner, but concentrated. It's an interesting twist for pilsner fans looking for a bit more bang for their buck. I probably won't be buying this bad boy on a regular basis, but I'd definitely revisit it once in a while. For what it's worth, my partner (a big pilsner fan) says she likes it too.
Rating: 7.5 out of 10.
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