Signal from Noise

Signal From Noise is a 6.8% Helles Bock. Also referred to as Maibock, this German lager style was historically released to greet the return of warm weather. It was a transitory beer, the bridge from winter’s rich, roasty dark brews to summer’s svelte pale lagers.

Our pale bock was brewer Rich Snyder’s first recipe for Ocelot. He constructed it on a foundation of Epiphany craft malt, a mix of their Helles, Vienna, and Munich malts. This batch features some thoughtful edits — a touch more Munich and a longer boil, namely — for a deepened malt character and fuller body, while still finishing at a lower ABV.

A trio of hops were deployed in the kettle: Magnum early on, Spalter Select midway through, and finally Saphir at the tail end. These German varietals contribute a pleasant bitterness and present traditional noble spice, florality, and a hint of sweet citrus.

Brewed at the beginning of February, this deep golden lager has waited over two months to make your acquaintance. We think it pairs perfectly with a sunny April afternoon like today. Show Less