One day, with some prompting and pressure from my soon-to-be wife, I got a dog (preferably a dachshund since that is what the wife desired). I had never had a dog but decided to take a chance. I found the first III Dachshunds in an animal shelter in Elkhorn, Wisconsin. Her name was Lillie. One month later, we got a second little one, seeing how much joy the first had brought us. In comes Otto – that little rascal of a boy. Another month goes by, and we hear about a little girl named Sophie who is in a dachshund rescue in Illinois – the poor thing was found as a stray, and we found ourselves unable to say no for the third time.So, the trifecta was now complete! Lillie, Otto, and Sophie are the complete inspirations for this company. After having the dogs for about a year, I realized how many similarities there were between the dachshund and beer, such as in terms of names. For example, our dogs have the “smooth red” coat or there’s a “black and tan” coat, what great names for beer! From that point on, a complete explosion of ideas resulted in this beer company.
Upon opening, a subtle yet pleasant aroma emanated from the beverage. The initial taste was jubilant, but the aftertaste was slightly heavy with caramel. While enjoyable, it could deter some individuals from consuming the beverage. The beverage's texture is exceptionally creamy and smooth.
The head of the beverage is quite substantial. Initially, it appeared almost excessive, but it gradually diminished to an acceptable level before I could savor my first sip. To date, I have only encountered Henry Weinhard’s product with a more pronounced head.
The beverage presents a harmonious blend of carbonation, flavors, and sweetness. I have previously utilized Maltodextrin in my brewing endeavors, and this addition proved to be a valuable enhancement. For those unfamiliar with its application, Maltodextrin is commonly employed in the brewing process of beer. Its presence elevates the product’s gravity, which is believed to contribute to a more enjoyable mouthfeel, enhance head retention, and mitigate the beverage's dryness.
The brew is quite enjoyable. However, I slightly reduced its score due to the pronounced caramel flavor, which nearly resulted in excessive sweetness. Despite its relatively high sugar content, it ranks 68th out of 75 tested beverages in terms of calories per ounce.
If you are not a fan of caramel, I would not recommend this beverage. However, if you are seeking an enjoyable brew suitable for various occasions, this is one of my highly rated brews, particularly because it contains 1/3rd fewer calories than many other beverages I have consumed.
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