Summary: Dortmunder or German-Style Oktoberfest<br><br>A.Subcategory: Dortmunder/European-Style Export<br><br>(Description courtesy of Beer Advocate)<br><br>Sometimes referred to as a “Dortmunder export,” the European-Style Export has the malt-forward flavor and sweetness of a German-style Helles, but the bitter base of a German-style Pilsener. This lager is all about balance, with medium hop character and firm but low malt sweetness. Look for toasted malt flavors and spicy floral hop aromas.<br><br>-Color – Straw to Deep Golden<br><br>-Clarity: Appearance should be bright; chill haze should not be present<br><br>- Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Sweet malt character should be low and should not be caramelly<br><br>- Hop Aroma and Flavor: Very low to low, derived from noble-type hops.<br><br>Perceived Bitterness : Medium<br><br> <br>-Four Noble Hops<br>oHallertauer Mittelfrüh.<br>oTettnang.<br>oSpalt.<br>oSaaz.<br><br><br>-Body: Medium<br><br>-ABV: 4.0%-4.8%<br><br>Glassware: Pilsner Glass or Pokal - Typically a tall, slender and tapered 12-ounce glass, shaped like a trumpet at times, that captures the sparkling effervesces and colors of a Pils while maintaining its head. A Pokal is a European Pilsner glass with a stem. <br><br>Benefits: Showcases color, clarity and carbonation. Promotes head retention.<br><br>B. Subcategory: German-Style Oktoberfest/Wiesn<br><br>Today's Oktoberfest beers are similar to Dortmunder/European-Style Export beers<br><br>-Color – Straw to Golden<br><br>-Clarity: Appearance should be bright; chill haze should not be present<br><br>-Perceived Malt Aroma & Flavor: Sweet maltiness is low to medium-low<br><br>-Hop Aroma and Flavor: Very low to low<br><br>-Perceived Bitterness : Very low to low and in balance with the low sweet maltiness<br><br>-Body: Medium<br><br>-ABV: 4.0%-4.8%<br><br>-Examples (courtesy of Beer Advocate)<br>(<a href="https://www.beeradvocate.com" rel="noopener">https://www.beeradvocate.com</a>)<br><br><br>Dortmunder Gold | Great Lakes Brewing Co.<br><br>Brewed by: <br>Great Lakes Brewing Co. <br>Ohio, United States<br>greatlakesbrewing.com <br><br>Style: European Export / Dortmunder <br><br>Alcohol by volume (ABV): 5.80% <br><br>Notes / Commercial Description: <br>Yes, it's known for winning medals worldwide. But locally, it's known as "Dort," our flagship lager that humbly maintains its smooth, balanced (and charmingly unpretentious) ways.<br><br>A smooth, award-winning (and deceptively unassuming) balance of sweet malt and dry hop flavors.<br><br>World Beer Championships<br>16-Time Medal Winner Since 1994 (World Champion, Gold, Silver)<br><br>Great American Beer Festival Awards<br>1990 Gold Medal Winner<br><br><br>Jinx Proof | 3 Floyds Brewing Co.<br><br>Brewed by: <br>3 Floyds Brewing Co. <br>Indiana, United States<br>3floyds.com <br><br>Style: European Export / Dortmunder <br><br>Alcohol by volume (ABV): 5.10% <br><br><br>Notes / Commercial Description: <br>This refreshing continental-style pils has a light body combined with a pronounced noble hop aroma and a crisp dry finish. This is the perfect beer for easy, flavorful drinking. Brewed in collaboration with our friends at Jinx Proof tattoo in Washington, D.C.<br><br>35 IBU<br><br>Subscribe to Craft Beer Storm Podcast iTunes: <br><a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/craft-beer-storm/id1438117278?mt=2" rel="noopener">https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/craft-beer-storm/id1438117278?mt=2</a><br><br>*** A Top 20 Podcast in Food on iTunes ***<br><br>Michael Potorti is the Host of Craft Beer Storm and Founder/Brewer at Beara Brewing Co. in Portsmouth, NH<br><br>Michael Potorti<br>Founder/Brewer<br>Host of "Craft Beer Storm" Podcast<br><a href="mailto:michael@craftbeerstorm.com">michael@craftbeerstorm.com</a><br>
