I was gifted this black pilsner from fellow BrewBlogger AbdillHomeBrew. I was unfamiliar with the Schwarzbier (black beer) type, but I have had a black pilsner before and until this brew came along, I did not know these were interchangeable. After researching the category on my Beer Judge Certification Program Style Guideline application, I found that not only is this beer delicious, it epitomizes the type beautifully. A malty lager that is not over powering and not totally black, it is crisp and comes off clean, a dark summer seasonal to me. If I could order a sixtel of this for my mid-summer birthday celebration, I would do it for sure. Named after a type of gross dark mosquito, a shade of color is the only thing this brew shares with the insect. A second homerun brew varietal from one of our very own BrewBloggers. If ever we take off as a brewing company, I’ve got two brews that I’d like to enjoy from our menu. Great job AbdillHomeBrew, way to go!
I’m glad that my beer passed this test!