Dave's BrewFarm Fennel No. 5

Dave's BrewFarm Fennel No. 5. Not the fifth Fennel, but a reference to the famous fragrance.
Wilson, Wisconsin. 5.9% ABV.

Clear, amber-ish coloring, slim, soon-gone head.

Aniseed in the nose. Sweet and spicy, malt rich. The seed subsists.

In the mouth, the anise is not nearly as prevalent. Definitely an herbaceous flavor over any other. Smooth, easy-drinking, lean body, light malt flavors. Sweetness, ending dry.
Practically no hop presence. Caraway? Flax? Trying to pick what else I may tasting....Coriander? A touch minty, maybe?

I like this. It's a fun experiment, as are a lot of things from The LaBrewaTory. But, I couldn't see myself returning to it often.

Here's the official word from Farmer Dave: "Ever brewed with fennel?" Many new beers start with this question. We have Pils and Extra Special Malts, Aurora and select hops and a late addition of toasted fennel. Fermented with a lager yeast."