{"title":"Aass Brewery","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"aass-bock-6pk","title":"Aass Bock 6Pk","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAass Bock 6Pk\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 6.5% ABV Norwegian bock beer from Aass Brewery in Drammen, sold in a six-pack of bottles. Widely regarded as one of the finest bock beers brewed outside Germany, this expression earned an 89\/100 on BeerAdvocate and stands apart through an uncommonly long lagering period of five to six months — two to three times what most lagers receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 6.5%  |  Origin: Drammen, Norway  |  Style: Bock  |  Brewery: Aass Brewery (est. 1834)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAass Brewery, founded in 1834, holds the distinction of being Norway's oldest brewery and remains family-owned in the riverside city of Drammen. Aass Bock is brewed strictly according to the German Purity Law (Reinheitsgebot) using a double-decoction mashing process, a traditional and labor-intensive technique that extracts deeper malt complexity and color from the grain. The beer is then lagered for a remarkable five to six months, a commitment to patience that few modern breweries match and one that gives this bock its exceptionally smooth, rounded character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e A rich malty nose greets you immediately, layered with roasted grain and dark fruit. Underneath, subtle hints of toasted bread and light caramel round out the bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e The entry is thick and creamy, flooding the palate with intense, slightly nutty sweet malt. Mid-palate, flavors of chocolate, coffee, and subtle molasses emerge, balanced by a restrained but effective bitterness that prevents the sweetness from becoming cloying. The mouthfeel is luxuriously full-bodied, a direct result of the double-decoction process.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is decidedly sweet with virtually no hop presence, lingering with gentle malt warmth and a quiet whisper of alcohol heat. It fades slowly and cleanly, inviting the next sip without urgency.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Aass Bock\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePour into a tulip glass or traditional bock glass at around 45–50°F to let the malt complexity fully express itself. This is a beer designed for slow, contemplative drinking rather than rapid consumption. For cocktail-curious drinkers: try it in a \u003cstrong\u003eBock Shandy\u003c\/strong\u003e with fresh lemon juice for a lighter warm-weather serve; use it in a \u003cstrong\u003eBeer Float\u003c\/strong\u003e with vanilla ice cream, where the chocolate and coffee notes create a dessert-like experience; or mix it into a \u003cstrong\u003eBlack Velvet variation\u003c\/strong\u003e with sparkling wine, where the bock's malt richness adds depth that lighter lagers cannot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold-weather evening sessions when you want something substantial and warming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing craft beer drinkers to traditional European bock styles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with hearty winter meals like stews, roasts, or smoked meats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to beer enthusiasts who appreciate old-world brewing traditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Aass Bock taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aass Bock delivers a thick, creamy mouthfeel dominated by intense sweet malt, with prominent notes of chocolate, coffee, subtle molasses, and a nutty quality. The finish is sweet and warming with minimal hop bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Aass Bock compare to Shiner Bock?\u003c\/strong\u003e Shiner Bock is brewed more in the tradition of an American lager and is lighter in body and malt intensity, while Aass Bock follows the German Reinheitsgebot with double-decoction and extended lagering, producing a significantly richer and more complex beer. At 6.5% ABV versus Shiner's 4.4%, Aass Bock is also a fuller-strength example of the bock style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Aass Bock good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — this is a sipping beer by design, with its extended lagering and thick malt complexity rewarding slow, attentive drinking from a proper glass at cellar temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Aass Bock made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aass Bock is brewed at Aass Brewery in Drammen, Norway, about 40 kilometers southwest of Oslo. Founded in 1834, Aass is Norway's oldest brewery and remains independently family-owned.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Aass Bock?\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted pork or braised beef shanks complement the beer's malty sweetness. Aged Gouda or Gruyère echo its nutty character. Chocolate torte or tiramisu align with the coffee and cocoa notes. Smoked sausages play off the toasted grain flavors, and hearty bread pudding mirrors its caramel undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Aass Bock come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aass Bock is commonly available in a six-pack format of individual bottles, making it accessible for both sampling and stocking up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Aass Bock worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Aass Bock positions as a premium import bock, and its double-decoction process and five-to-six-month lagering period reflect a level of production investment rarely seen at its price tier. With an 89\/100 BeerAdvocate score, it delivers strong value for a traditionally brewed European bock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Aass Bock?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat separates Aass Bock from the crowded field of bock beers is the sheer time invested in its creation. A five-to-six-month lagering period is nearly unheard of in modern commercial brewing and gives this beer a smoothness and depth that shortcuts simply cannot replicate. The double-decoction mash — a process many breweries have abandoned in favor of efficiency — builds the layered malt complexity that earned it recognition as one of the best bocks brewed outside Germany. Coming from Norway's oldest brewery, still family-owned after nearly two centuries, Aass Bock carries genuine heritage in every pour.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aass Brewery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44838490177705,"sku":"29667","price":8.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/AassBock6Pk.webp?v=1734741608"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/aass-brewery.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}