Most people consider both Helles (“pale”) Bock and Mai (“May”) Bock to be synonymous. While Helles Bocks are enjoyed year round, Mai Bocks are usually released in May, typically at a festival. Blackfoot’s Helles Bock is a German style lager that is stronger than a traditional pale Pilsner style lager. It’s malty but well attenuated so it finishes clean with a nice lager character.