In order to continue our style series and given that we just drank a Double Bock, I think that a discussion on Bock beers is appropriate.  First of all, a Bock is still in the family of Lagers.  Although top fermenting (i.e., Ale Yeast) can be be used in this beer at cooler temperatures, it is preferable to use Lager Yeasts in this style.  So what does Bock mean?  The thinking on the subject is that Bock beer originated in Einbeck Germany but began to be pronounced Bock as it moved geographically.  Bock was simply intended to indicate "strong."  However, due to the corruption in pronunciation, it became associated with a Ram or male goat.  This is why a goat is often pictured on the labels of this style of beer. The reason that these beers had to be strong was because of their long storage periods, shipping times, and sustaining qualities.  In fact, German Monks would often drink this style when fasting food.  These beers are certainly strong in nature.  They are rich and malty with little emphasis on hops.  What about Double/Doppel Bocks?  Essentially the term means extra or double strong.  So, if you wish to drink a Double Bock, expect a little extra.  Sam Adams makes a Triple ...