I used lager yeast at ale temps at the recommendation of the local home brew shop owner. Despite the lower than expected alcohol level, the sample tasted great - just like an Oktoberfest.
I just brewed my first batch two Thursdays ago (12/29) and had a similar experience. Unfortunately I decided to start out a bit complicated and brewed a Oktoberfest as an ale, because I do not have lagering capabilities. My hydrometer readings stayed constant for 2 days (1.021 down from OG of...