Everyone has done it. You’ve said, “I’m going to make an exact copy of insert beer brand name here.” This year’s Dixie Cup special category gives you a chance to do just that.
Dark Lager’s Evil Empire has destroyed all decent beer in the universe. Only you can duplicate those classic beers brewed a long, long time ago in a galaxy far, far away.
Your mission is to duplicate, as closely as possible, one of the following five classic beers, available throughout the United States:
- Aventinus Weizenbock
- North Coast Old Rasputin Imperial Russian Stout
- Chimay Grand Reserve (Chimay Blue in the 750 ml corked bottle)
- Anchor Old Foghorn Barleywine
- Paulaner Salvator Doppelbock
Your clone will be judged according to how well it matches the original beer in aroma, appearance, flavor, mouthfeel, and overall impression. Judges will have examples of the real beer on hand with which to compare your clone.
Although it should appear obvious, you must indicate on your entry form the beer you are cloning.