 | “Mai” in German means May. Traditionally made at the end of April or beginning of May to celebrate Spring. Maibocks are essentially light colored bocks with a malty character that is evident in both aroma and flavor. This style typically has a medium to full body with a low hop bitterness as most varieties of bock do. |
The maibock style is a helles lager brewed to bock strength, therefore still as strong as traditional bock, but lighter in colour and with more hop presence. It is a fairly recent development compared to other styles of bock beers, frequently associated with springtime and the month of May. Colour can range from deep gold to light amber with a large, creamy, persistent white head, and moderate to moderately high carbonation, while alcohol content ranges from 6.3% to 7.4% by volume. The flavour is typically less malty than a traditional bock, and may be drier, hoppier, and more bitter, but still with a relatively low hop flavour, with a mild spicy or peppery quality from the hops, increased carbonation and alcohol content. Examples include Augustiner Hellerbock, Hofbräu Maibock, and Stevens Point Einbeck. |
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