Out of the cold, Dan seeks a little rest and relaxation with a Czech Dark Lager with Return Brewing Satin Jacket.

Return Brewing Satin Jacket

STYLE: Czech Dark LagerINGREDIENTS: Bohemian floor-malted pilsner, wheat, and dark malts; Tettnang hopsABV: 5.1%IBU: 0AVAILABILITY: 16oz Cans, DraftStats above taken from the brewery’s can and website.

Appearance

Dark brown with mahogany on the edges near light, with a light tan, frothy head.

Aroma

Chocolate, caramel, and almost a blond coffee roast on the nose.

Taste

Aroma notes come through, though the caramel presents as darker, as does the coffee roast note. I also got a toasty pumpernickel-like note to meet the earthy/herbal notes from the hops.

Mouthfeel

Medium body and soft carbonation contribute to a creamy mouthfeel.

Overall

This brew totally hit the spot on a cold day, though I suspect I would enjoy this on any day in a comfortable chair. Food-wise, I was feeling a burger or some game like venison or veal tenderloins, but this could be pretty versatile with some well-spiced options.

Cheers and remember:

Life’s a tap…drink up ’til it’s dry.

All music on this show came to us from the now defunct Music Alley.Intro: “Meet Me At The Bar” by The Beer Drinking FoolsOuttro: “Bubblegum and Beer” by The Supersuckers