Matt - February 25, 2006
Shiner Dunkelweizen
Established in 1909, the Spoetzl Brewery brings you this “bavarian-style dark wheat ale” that is as resfreshing as a spring morning, cool and fantastically crisp. If I had to describe this beer I would say it tastes similar to Concord’s grape jelly with a hint of alcohol. Historically it was only used as an adjunct to Bojangle’s famous buttermillk biscuits but recently persons such as the likes of Kevin Kriener have begun pouring it over sausage patties. I’m freaking hungry…
It’s not that I was expecting a whole lot, but I have been looking for a tasty domestic dunkelweizen. After disappointment a few nights ago at the South Street Brewery with their version, I picked up a sixer of Shiner’s attempt. And? More disappointment. The head finishes off fast, the color a clear caramel that isn’t much beyond a step up from a Yuengling. The taste is bland for the style, with the barest hint of malty sweetness, but no other flavor to speak of. O American Dunkelweizen! Where art thou?