I love a beer with a badass name, and Occult Classic is most definitely that. The beer, a doppelbock, is the progeny of Rainhard Brewing in Toronto. It’s a 6.7% dark lager sold in gloomy 473mL cans. The beer is cola-dark, with a fluffy tan head.
Occult Classic has a malty, sweet, and bready aroma, and a nearly matching flavour. There is some nuttiness, a streak of molasses, and a bit of boozy heat along for the ride. The beer has a gentle, smooth texture that benefits from gradual warming as you slowly sip.
I’ve had more memorable doppelbocks, but not a lot that originated outside of Germany. Rainhard’s take on the style is mellow and mild, but still punchy and potent.
Rating: 8.0 out of 10.
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