05/10/2021
Oktoberfest is upon us! And at Subscribeers Singapore that means it is time to celebrate the 200-year German drinking tradition. This week, we’re featuring beers that were made in response to the pandemic, and German-inspired beers to celebrate at home.
We may not be able to go out as often in these difficult times, but we can still rejoice and celebrate what brings us together – Locally-made and curated craft beers. Happy drinking!
1.) Ren Min - Kiss Kiss, an IPA Milkshake, loaded with fresh mango puree, rounded out with heaps of lactose and dry-hopped with Sabo and Citra hops. We found this to be smooth, and easy to drink. A perfect IPA for the uninitiated, and a great starter for those seeking a spectacular night. ABV: 6.9% | IBU: 24
Kiss Kiss, along with its counterparts (Cloud Chasing, Family Ties and Crowdsurfing), is part of the Future Now! Series, a response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and the fundamental joys that have been temporarily taken from us.
2.) Ren Min - Cloud Chasing is a Hazy, Classic New England IPA.
It's full of tropical flavour, dry-hopped with fresh Citra and Talus hops. This IPA is fruit-foward, carrying bouquets of citrusy aromas. Citra is a popularly used hop in New England-style IPAs, and its citrusy essence perfectly complements Cloud Chasing’s fruity, juicy characteristics. Talus hops, a relatively new hybrid hop, brings to the table an alluring mix of sweet fruit and resinous flavours, along with floral, somewhat woody aromas. ABV: 6.8% | IBU: 33
3.) Ren Min - Family Ties is a Vanilla and Cacao Porter.
Made with Mekong Delta Cacao nibs and Madagascan vanilla, this porter is a roasty, chocolatey treat. It strikes a perfect balance between decadence and drinkability- not quite a pastry porter, but appropriate for dessert. We found this to be comparable ABV: 5.6% | 20 IBU
4.) Ren Min - Crowdsurfing is a Session Hazy New England IPA. This hazy ale showcases waves of tropical aromas with a fruity mix of Idaho 7, Citra, and Azacca hops. This all-day IPA delivers the full, satisfying flavours of a bigger IPA in a smaller, more sessionable package.
ABV: 4.5% | IBU: 20
5.) RedDot BrewHouse - Heartlander Ale is a Tropical Session Ale. If you miss traveling, here is your brief respite- Heartlander Ale was made based on experiences gathered through travel. It is juicy, bursting with bold tropical flavours and citrus, bringing forth crisp and refreshing sensations. It is here to remind us, “We do not just travel on planes but we travel with our memories and all.”
ABV: 5% | IBU:
6.) Red Dot Brewhouse - Smoked Maerzen is a Märzen-style beer. It’s rich with malts, complimented by clean, hoppy bitterness. Bringing bready and nutty aromas, with a twist of additional smokiness. Perfect for Oktoberfest, and a great palate cleanser to compliment the citrus and juiciness of this week’s lineup.
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7.) Red Dot Brewhouse - Heartlander Stout was inspired by the process of making Malay Kueh during the downtimes of Singapore’s Circuit Breaker period. Made with roasted coconut, this stout is rich with roasty flavour and bears a unique charred flavour that serves to remind us that roasting brings out the best in coconuts, and we think, of our Singapore spirit as well.
ABV: 5% | IBU:
8.) Specific Gravity Beverage Company - Oktober Festbier is a Märzen-style beer. A German lager style with Bavarian roots, this Märzen lager is brewed using the decoction method, or stepped mash protocol which yields a terrifically malty profile from the Vienna, Munich and Melanoidin malt used, perfect for this season’s celebration. Prost and enjoy!
ABV: 6% | 0 IBU
9.) Civilization Brewing Co.- October Festbier is a Märzen-style beer. Oktoberfest season is upon us! In the name of the 200 year German drinking celebration, Civilization Brewing has decided upon bringing forth their very own Oktoberfest style. At 6.1% ABV, this light-coloured lager brings forth a slightly malty, biscuity flavour that goes smooth with a floral finish.
ABV: 6.5% | IBU: 22
10.) Brewerkz- Oktoberfest is a Malty Amber Lager. A deep-amber delight that highlights an enticing biscuit bread crust aroma and hazelnut overtones. It has a rich, malty body and finishes with a sweet and balanced bitter aftertaste.
ABV: 5.3% | IBU: 22