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WHAT: Erdinger Pikantus weissbrau Rating: NNN
WHERE: Erding, Germany
WHY: After a hard day of hauling ass, literally, along the cold, wet winter byways of yore, your average Bavarian wanted a drink that could ward off the ill effects of the frozen lederhosen. This weizenbock would have done the job, with 7.3 per cent alcohol, fine carbonation, caramel and coffee notes and a dry finish. A winter warmer for all you weiss guys.
PRICE: 500 ml/$3.45
AVAILABILITY: At select liquor stores (product #311860)
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