I was checking out what was in stock at Wegmans this week and came across a brew from Bavaria Barbarian Brewing Company out of Williamsport, PA. I am not too fond of Brown Ales, but this beer spoke to me. Bavaria has got the Headbangerz Brown Ale and clocks in at 5% ABV.

The Brown Ale pours, quite surprisingly, a brown color with some hints of dark, red amber. The brew was cloudy and dark. The head on the beer was perfect; everything you could ask for, a perfect two finger head in the pint glass. The ale smelt malty and dark. Roasted nuts were dominant and present right up front. There was a small sense of bitter hops but was muted by the heavy emphasis on the malt aromas. In all honesty, it was pretty standard for a Brown Ale.

The taste was true to the aromas. It was bitter and fairly sharp. The malt flavor was very overpowering, making the hops take a back seat for this brew. Although, it was enjoyable for a Brown Ale; however, there was no lingering taste which disappointed me. I was hoping for something more to this brew. I really wanted it to hit me with that something special but unfortunately, I was left waiting.

Not being a huge fan of Brown Ales, this was a sessionable brew that was enjoyable but felt lacking. I can’t quite put my finger on what exactly, but it wasn’t anything that stood out of the crowd. I am interested to give Bavaria Barbarian Brewing another attempt with one of the other brews that they offer. A valiant attempt, just not for me.

Overall: 6.5/10