This week, Brian digs into the back of the fridge and pulls out a \"banger\" from our friends at Smoldered Society Beer Company. If you’ve been following the Buffalo Beer League, you know Brian is a massive advocate for the \"clear beer\" movement, but this week, he’s embracing the shadows with Strike Anywhere: Into the Dark.
Czech Dark Lagers are having a major moment in the Buffalo craft scene, and Smoldered Society is leading the charge. This beer is brewed with a signature Czech yeast blend from Omega Yeast Labs and a hop bill of Saaz, Triumph, Magnum, and Kazbek.
The result is a beer that bridges the gap between a crisp pilsner and a rich malt forward ale. As Brian noted, it’s a \"misnomer\" that dark color equals heavy body. This beer drinks as easy as its golden counterpart, but with a complex roasted depth that makes it perfect for a \"side-by-side\" comparison.
Good news for the Smoldered Society faithful: the days of hunting for these cans are over. You can now get a steady supply of Smoldered Society at the newly renovated Chandler Street Breweries in Black Rock.