Sapphire buck

The sapphire is one of the most valuable gemstones on earth It is a blue corundum consisting of aluminum oxide The stones can occur in different shades and glow in a spectrum from soft smoky gray to deep indigo The latter is the best known, Sapphires have been used as gemstones for thousands of years and have a long history In ancient times, they were believed to have mystical powers and were considered a protective stone for the wearer Even today, sapphires are still a popular choice for engagement and wedding rings and other jewelry Surprisingly, sapphires have also been conquering the craft beer industry for some time now

However, the star of the beer scene is not a gemstone, but a hop variety from Germany Sapphire's aroma includes elements of juniper, lemongrass, bergamot, strawberries and black tea, which it combines with a mild bitterness

The Veldensteiner Saphir-Bock is a gem that revolves around this special hop variety The beer has won various prestigious prizes in international competitions and scores highly with its dark color and powerful character The doppelbock has a silky mouthfeel and envelops the palate with a full-bodied potpourri of toffee, honey, vanilla, roasted malt and the floral, fruity aroma of sapphire hops