1. Ayinger Celebrator Doppelbock
Ayinger Celebrator Doppelbock has a long and difficult name, and it is a product that is hard to find in stores. I purchased Ayinger Celebrator Doppelbock at a significantly higher price compared to other beers, and it is marketed as a beer to try before you die.
This beer is a lager with an alcohol content of 6.7% and a volume of 330ml, making it relatively expensive considering the price. The original wort extract is quite high at 18.5%. It has been recognized and awarded multiple times since 2010.
2. Doppelbock
Doppelbock is a dark beer that originated in 1780 at the Paulaner Brewery. The term “Doppel” means “double” in English, indicating that it has a higher wort extract concentration and alcohol content compared to typical bock beers.
Paulaner’s Doppelbock, Salvator, gained popularity, leading to many imitations. Consequently, only products brewed at the Paulaner Brewery were allowed to use the name Salvator.
Other breweries then adopted unique names for their Doppelbocks, often ending in “-or” like Salvator. Ayinger used the name Celebrator, while Weihenstephan uses Korbinian as an exception.
3. Tasting Notes
Ayinger Celebrator Doppelbock pours beautifully with a nice head. The color is a dark hue typical of dark beers.
The aroma includes roasted malt, caramel, and coffee notes. It reminded me slightly of the scents and flavors of Glenmorangie Signet whisky. The taste is smooth yet full-bodied, with a pleasant nuttiness and caramel flavor evident from the aroma.
Following this is a hint of bitterness. Overall, it is not very sweet but rather clean and quite sophisticated. Having tasted various German beers, this one stands out as particularly exceptional.
4. Product Information
Product Name: Ayinger Celebrator Doppelbock
Product Type: Beer
Manufacturer: Brauerei Aying Franz Inselkammer KG
Country of Origin: Germany
Ingredients: Water, barley malt, hops
5. Conclusion
In conclusion, Ayinger Celebrator Doppelbock is a very attractive Doppelbock beer. I find it particularly appealing as I enjoy strong beers. It is a beer that I would crave again after drinking.
Despite its slightly higher alcohol content compared to regular beers, it does not feel overwhelming. Due to its rich flavor, it is best enjoyed with light snacks rather than with meals. I definitely intend to repurchase it and would like to have 2-3 bottles on hand at any given time.