Shiner has begun to reissue, if you will, some of their anniversary beers over the past year. Shiner Black Lager was Shiner 97, and now they're re-releasing Shiner 96, which is their version of a traditional Marzen-Style seasonal ale. When poured into a glass, this beer has a beautiful golden amber color, which is very appropriate for an Oktoberfest beer, since they're released just before fall. The aroma of this ale is actually quite weak, but does offer up a malty somewhat musty smell but is not off putting in the least. The bitterness is very low, there is no IBU (international bitterness unit) rating on this beer, which usually means that its less than 50 IBU. The caramelized malt in this beer give it a bit of a sweet flavor and add a spice not to the beer that is not too overpowering. In fact, unless you wanted to notice it, you probably wont. Like most other shiner beers, the flavors are all pretty mild, but very pleasant. I happened to get a pack of this beer a bit early, so you probably won't see it in stores for about a month or so, but when you do, be sure to try it out. Its a great warming beer for cool fall nights. Which depending on where you are, might not happen for a while.
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