Diebolt Brewing Co. 'Boltlager' Beer, Colorado,USA

The Diebolt Brewing Co.'s 'Boltlager' Beer, Colorado, USA, offers a playful yet precise take on the American lager, delivering easy-drinking refreshment with a nod to old-school brewing techniques. This approachable craft lager balances simplicity with character, making it a perfect companion for any laid-back occasion.

Product Details:

• Beer: Boltlager
• Producer: Diebolt Brewing Co. 
• Owner: The Diebolt Family (Jack and Dan Diebolt)
• Brewmaster: Jack Diebolt
• Region: Colorado, USA
• Style: American Lager
• ABV: 4.5%
• IBU: 35
• Fermentation: Cold fermentation with lager yeast
• Aging: Traditional lagering process
• Hops: French Strisselspalt
• Malts: 6-row barley, flaked rice
• Closure: Can, bottle, and keg
• Farming Practices: Not specified

Sensory Description:

Boltlager opens with a light, grain-forward aroma featuring delicate notes of fresh cereal and faint floral hops. The palate is crisp and smooth, offering flavors of lightly sweet malt, subtle rice character, and a touch of herbal bitterness from the Strisselspalt hops. Its clean, refreshing finish leaves a subtle dryness, inviting sip after sip without fatigue—a true nod to classic American lawnmower beers elevated by Diebolt’s precise craftsmanship.

Brewer's Background:

Founded in 2013, Diebolt Brewing Co. is a family-owned brewery located in Denver’s Sunnyside neighborhood. Built upon generations of fermentation history—from Champagne-making relatives in France to homebrewing experiments in Oklahoma—the Diebolt family has created a brewery focused on craft, creativity, and community. Brewing everything onsite in their 15-barrel brewhouse, Diebolt combines old-world inspiration with modern brewing sensibilities, offering a diverse lineup of both traditional and experimental beers to the Colorado Front Range.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve well-chilled at 3–5°C (37–41°F) in a classic pint or shaker glass to best showcase its bright, refreshing profile. Ideal food pairings include grilled bratwursts, pulled pork sandwiches, burgers, grilled corn on the cob, potato salad, and crispy fried chicken. Its clean finish and subtle malt character make it perfect for casual gatherings, backyard barbecues, or relaxing after yard work.

The Diebolt Brewing Co.'s 'Boltlager' Beer stands as a testament to the brewery’s commitment to balancing simplicity and craftsmanship, delivering a true American lager that satisfies from first sip to last.