Ciders ‘n Bocks

Beer Snob | January 24th, 2016

By Krissy Ness

This week the HPR will be reviewing Ace Ciders and Schell’s Bocks. Let’s get the ball rolling by introducing some tasty ciders by ACE Premium Cider.

ACE Joker Hand Cider (ABV 6.9%) This cider mimics the color and smell of a white wine. It is very crisp, semi-sweet and dry in flavor with no lingering aftertaste. There is a decent head retention, which makes this beer look as delicious as it tastes.

ACE Perry Hard Cider(ABV 5%) This Perry (pear cider) is pastel yellow in color with an overall pear aroma. This Perry is crisp, clean, sweet and refreshing in flavor. There is a subtle aftertaste and, of course, it is pear flavored. There is not a whole lot of head on this Perry but it doesn’t distract from the overall deliciousness of this cider.

ACE Berry Hard Cider(ABV 5%) This berry cider is pale pink in color, super carbonated and fruity/floral in aroma. Again this cider is crisp, clean and overall flavorful for a cider. Ciders are few and far between when it comes to a hefty head retention, and this is no exception.

Ace Pineapple(ABV 5%) The body on this cider is very light with a pale yellow color. There is an immediate head on this cider but one that quickly diminishes. There is a very fruity scent, one that isn’t fully pineapple but very tropical. The scent adds to the flavor creating a full fruity experience.

Now that we have the ciders covered let’s move on to the Bocks. All of these Bocks are from the New Ulm, Minn., brewery Schell’s.

Schell’s Bock (Pre Prohibition)(ABV 7.1% IBU 20) This Bock is light-copper colored with a subtle caramel scent. There is a subtle caramel and spice flavor, and a honey scent that adds to the flavor of the beer. The head on this beer adds to the décor making it look delectable while having a flavorful finish.

Schell’s Heirloom Bock(ABV 5.2%? IBU 24) This Bock is equipped with a malty body and a caramelized backbone. This beer drinks easily but with a full flavor profile. A decent head on this beer allows for a beautiful display along with a delicious bouquet of aromas, which includes roasted malts and caramel center.

Schell’s Bock(ABV 6.1% ABV 23) This Bock was very malty, pretty thick in body and full of flavor. Large amounts of maple, caramel and spices riddled this beer making it exciting and enjoyable to drink. There was great head retention on this beer allowing for a beautiful display.

Schell’s Doppelbock (ABV unavailable IBU 18)This Bock is dark copper in color with an abundant head. The semi-sweet scent with a hint of roasted malt characteristics really brings this beer alive. The tan-colored head really brings light to this tasty beer

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