Divine Reserve No. 16 Coming Monday
Monday is a very special day - it's February 29, Leap Day. We'll be celebrating our extra day with the release of a very special beer, Divine Reserve No. 16, an Adambier.
If you're not familiar with the Adambier style, you're not alone - the style was largely extinct until just recently. Back in the day, Adambiers were popular in Dortmund, Germany. In the mid-19th century, Pilsners and Munich-style lagers began to take over, and the Adambier went into hiding for a while. We are doing our part to bring this style back.
Our Brewing Operations Manager Stephen wanted to do just that with DR16. German-style beers are his wheelhouse, and he wanted to brew a beer that was unlike anything we've brewed before. Thus, the Adambier.
DR16 is a full bodied beer with layers of complexity. There is a deep, rich maltiness that is balanced by the artful use of smoked malt. While the smoke character is present, it is more subdued than you would find in a rauchbier. There is a subtle Noble hop aroma and a slight caramel character that becomes more prominent as the beer warms up. The Kölsch yeast adds a light fruitiness.
DR16 has a moderately-high bitterness that is balanced nicely by its residual malty sweetness, and there is no lack of alcohol warmth as you easily finish a pint. DR16 comes in right at 10% ABV. This beer is ready to enjoy now but will also cellar well cold for at least five years.
Learn more about Divine Reserve No. 16.
Where to Find DR16You can find DR16 at stores in six packs and 22 oz. bomber bottles, as well as on tap around town. It'll be at bars and restaurants starting Monday, though many places will hang on to kegs for special events. Below are a few places to find it. You can also follow #DR16 on Twitter for updates on where to get it.
Monday, February 29J. Henry's Draught House & Kitchen, Clear Lake
Union Tavern, Clear Lake
The Ginger Man at 6:00 PM
Hop Scholar at 6:30 PM
Tuesday, March 1Front Porch Pub
(plus Trivia Night)
Baker St. Pub & Grill, Cinco Ranch at 5:30 PM
(also featuring DR15)
Mo's Irish Pub at 6:00 PM
Friday, March 4Valhalla
(Tap Takover)
Saturday, March 5Dak & Bop at 7:00 PM
(Tap Takeover)
If you're not familiar with the Adambier style, you're not alone - the style was largely extinct until just recently. Back in the day, Adambiers were popular in Dortmund, Germany. In the mid-19th century, Pilsners and Munich-style lagers began to take over, and the Adambier went into hiding for a while. We are doing our part to bring this style back.
Our Brewing Operations Manager Stephen wanted to do just that with DR16. German-style beers are his wheelhouse, and he wanted to brew a beer that was unlike anything we've brewed before. Thus, the Adambier.
DR16 is a full bodied beer with layers of complexity. There is a deep, rich maltiness that is balanced by the artful use of smoked malt. While the smoke character is present, it is more subdued than you would find in a rauchbier. There is a subtle Noble hop aroma and a slight caramel character that becomes more prominent as the beer warms up. The Kölsch yeast adds a light fruitiness.
DR16 has a moderately-high bitterness that is balanced nicely by its residual malty sweetness, and there is no lack of alcohol warmth as you easily finish a pint. DR16 comes in right at 10% ABV. This beer is ready to enjoy now but will also cellar well cold for at least five years.
Learn more about Divine Reserve No. 16.
Where to Find DR16You can find DR16 at stores in six packs and 22 oz. bomber bottles, as well as on tap around town. It'll be at bars and restaurants starting Monday, though many places will hang on to kegs for special events. Below are a few places to find it. You can also follow #DR16 on Twitter for updates on where to get it.
Monday, February 29J. Henry's Draught House & Kitchen, Clear Lake
Union Tavern, Clear Lake
The Ginger Man at 6:00 PM
Hop Scholar at 6:30 PM
Tuesday, March 1Front Porch Pub
(plus Trivia Night)
Baker St. Pub & Grill, Cinco Ranch at 5:30 PM
(also featuring DR15)
Mo's Irish Pub at 6:00 PM
Friday, March 4Valhalla
(Tap Takover)
Saturday, March 5Dak & Bop at 7:00 PM
(Tap Takeover)
