German Doppelbocks have names that usually end with -ator, like Salvator, Celebrator, Optimator, etc. So Abita makes a good joke by using an alligator on the label and in the name.
And before I forget, I wanted to address a beer myth that I've heard. Some people think bock and doppelbock beers come from the "bottom of the barrel." This isn't true. All beer within a keg is the same -- the top is no different from the bottom. In fact, a keg's nozzle draws beer from the bottom. How else would it come out of a keg? These aren't "bad" beers or beers of inferior quality.
On to the review.
This is golden in color, when regular doppelbocks are darker. It has a nice, sticky white head.
It smells malty with vegetable and sweet grape notes.
The taste has familiar doppelbock qualities: It's sweet, with almost grape-like fruit flavors. This is a dry beer with a noticeable alcohol flavor (this beer is 8 percent alcohol) and warmth.
The body is light, but not watery.
This is an enjoyable beer. I've never had one like it, so I cannot really compare it to anything but regular doppelbocks, which are still rather different.
There's nothing wrong with this beer, but I prefer a traditional doppelbock like Samuel Adams Double Bock, Spaten Optimator and Paulaner Salvator.
Read my review at BeerAdvocate.
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