New Belgium 3 Floyds Collaboration Gratzer

Beer: Gratzer

It's not dead, but Gratzer is definitely a long-buried style from Poland. And together with 3Floyds we have unearthed the best of beer zombies. Full of bold flavors from oak-smoked wheat, and along with Midnight Wheat, this beer presents a pure black pour. A subtle, spicy note from the Polish Lublin hops hides in the aroma, just below the dark and smoky surface. Despite all appearances, the Gratzer is very drinkable at 4.5% ABV, and walks itself with a nice, light body. Cheers to drinking smoky, undead beers. Prost!
BEER FACTS
ABV
4.5%
IBU
30
YEAST
German Ale Yeast
CALORIES
142
HOPS
Target, Polish Lublin
MALTS
Pale, Midnight Wheat, Oak-Smoked Wheat
SPECIAL PROCESSING
Add a small amount of Lacto (souring bacteria) to a portion of the overall wort, which produces lactic acid that gives a characteristic aroma and sourness. That acidic portion is then added to other portion of the wort that was fermented with the German Ale yeast.