Country of Origin: Belgium
Price comparison: Between $1.50 - $2 more (per twelve ounces) than the average domestic national brand.
Alcohol percentage by volume: 10½%
Cute bottle/label? I know one can get it in bottles, but I've never seen one in person. I got ½ gallon from the kegs at the MOBY DICK in one of my black growlers.
Appearance: Light golden orange with a big white head and some lace.
Scent: Mostly nice Belgian malt, but the alcohol is somewhat present on the aroma, particularly as it warms.
Flavor: The hops are spicy, with a citrus peel bite. The alcohol is evident but smoothed over by malt, with a yeasty finish.
Impressions: I found the carbonation, though natural, to be a bit high in this one. The flavors are pretty good. This is a fairly big beer, though its composition balances the alcohol well. I wouldn't drink it on an empty stomach, but it would be overpowered by any really strong or spicy foods. I'd say this would be a good choice with lightly-sauced poultry or seafood.
Will I buy this beer again? At the price, it's not an everyday drinking beer, but I'd refill the growler if I needed it for a specific dinner party or similar occasion.
Rating:
3½ out of 5 cute beer glasses
Reviewed: May 27, 2004
