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Michelob Bavarian Style Wheat
So, the history of the review is that, back in high school, I always thought that Michelob made the best light beer of the standard macro bunch. My thoughts have changed a bit in recent years – but, still, in general I feel that Michelob makes a pretty decent light beer. Also, I rather enjoy Michelob’s Amber Bock, so I think that they do know how to make a decent beer, although they may realize that good beers aren’t necessarily where the money is at these days. In the case of the Bavarian Wheat I was excited, but skeptical – I love a Bavarian wheat beer, but I was worried about it being botched. In the end, I am, for the most part, satisfied.
So, to keep it simple and up-front, I’ll tell you that this beer amounts to a decent Bavarian hefeweizen for the price. It pours a clearer golden than a legit hefeweizen with a slightly sweeter aroma than is necessary. The flavor is slightly malty, slightly citrusy, and quite sweet with an aftertaste that lingers with citrusy sweetness for some seconds. In short, it’s a pretty good cheap summer beer – sweet, refreshing, and accessible. Basically, this is a tasty beer, but it’s really a caricature of a true Bavarian hefe. It’s a bit bigger and a bit more cloying than what you’ll get from the real deal. However, it’s still good, it’s quite a bit cheaper, and I’d love to find something like this on tap at a ball game (let’s face it, we’re not going to see Franziskaner at the Durham Bulls stadium any time soon, but we MIGHT see this, and I’d love to). So, after paying $10.99 for a case of this at the Blue Light in Durham, I can’t help but give my approval. Sure, I’d rather have a crate of Ayinger or Franzy, but you ain’t gonna find those for this price, and I’m always happy to see the macros come out with something that’s borderline micro. Hats off to Michelob – why don’t you send me some of your other experimental beers – I’d love to see how they stack up… 
