Minnesota Oktoberfest: Summit vs. Schell’s

The most recent issue of Minnesota Monthly features a showdown between Summit’s Okotoberfest and August Schell’s Oktoberfest.

Here are the results:

Summit Brewing Oktoberfest

This full-bodied brew surprises with its bold bite and bitter finish. Some tasters complained of its harshness and off-putting “smoked fish” aroma, but the way its spunkiness mellowed into a rich, sustaining flavor ultimately won over the majority.

Minnesota Monthly:  Summit vs Schells

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August Schell Octoberfest

The favorite among light-beer drinkers, this sweet, almost fruity beer (were those hints of pumpkin we detected?) goes down easy and finishes smooth. Testers who prefer a more robust beer, though, tired of it before they finished their glasses.


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