Beer of the Weekend #1,174: Czech-style Dark Lager
The beer of the weekend last weekend was Czech-style Dark Lager, brewed by the Field Day Brewing Company of North Liberty, Iowa. Serving type: 16-ounce can. “CANNED ON 10-05-26” was printed on the bottom. Appearance: Poured into a pilsner glass. The color was dark brown. A bubbly, buttery, dense, tan-colored head settled slowly and unevenly. Smell: Caramel, toasted malt, brown sugar, a touch of raisins, and a hint of cocoa. Taste: Nice toasted bitterness, though the flavor was mostly muted. Caramel, toasted malt, earthy bitterness, and a hint of cocoa. Fun facts about Czech-style Dark Lager: • Style: Czech dark lager. • Price: $13.99 for a 4-pack of 16-ounce cans at John’s Grocery in Iowa City. • Alcohol content: 4.6 percent ABV. The Quiet Man’s grade: C+.
