450. Allagash 11th Anniversary Ale
This was purchased at Downtown Wine & Spirits a few weeks ago. I let this warm to around 45ยบ F and served it in one of my Ommegang chalices, however it approached room temperature as I finished it.
Beer Stats:
Brewery: Allagash Brewing Company
Year: 2006
Alcohol: 9.20%
Serving: Bottle, 750 mL
Style: Belgian Strong Dark Ale, BJCP Style Guide
Appearance (4.0): Pours a lightly hazy ruby-brown with a creamy, beige, one inch head, that fades to a persistent patchy film leaving thick lace on the glass.
Smell (4.0): The aroma is predominantly sweet and malty. There are notes of candi sugar, dark fruit, yeast, and alcoholic spice. There's a light hop aroma that reminds me of Brettanomyces, but as far as I know this beer hasn't had any contact with Brett.
Taste (3.5): Malty, with candi sugar, dark fruit and a nice tartness. The finish is peppery, alcoholic spice and a Brett-like hop bitterness.
Mouthfeel (4.0): Medium-bodied, moderate-carbonation, with a lightly dry finish.
Drinkability (3.5): The alcohol and spiciness of this beer is a little high.
Overall (3.75): A good Belgian Strong Dark Ale. I liked the Brett-like characteristics, even if these were illusory.
This was purchased at Downtown Wine & Spirits a few weeks ago. I let this warm to around 45ยบ F and served it in one of my Ommegang chalices, however it approached room temperature as I finished it.
Beer Stats:
Brewery: Allagash Brewing Company
Year: 2006
Alcohol: 9.20%
Serving: Bottle, 750 mL
Style: Belgian Strong Dark Ale, BJCP Style Guide
Appearance (4.0): Pours a lightly hazy ruby-brown with a creamy, beige, one inch head, that fades to a persistent patchy film leaving thick lace on the glass.
Smell (4.0): The aroma is predominantly sweet and malty. There are notes of candi sugar, dark fruit, yeast, and alcoholic spice. There's a light hop aroma that reminds me of Brettanomyces, but as far as I know this beer hasn't had any contact with Brett.
Taste (3.5): Malty, with candi sugar, dark fruit and a nice tartness. The finish is peppery, alcoholic spice and a Brett-like hop bitterness.
Mouthfeel (4.0): Medium-bodied, moderate-carbonation, with a lightly dry finish.
Drinkability (3.5): The alcohol and spiciness of this beer is a little high.
Overall (3.75): A good Belgian Strong Dark Ale. I liked the Brett-like characteristics, even if these were illusory.
Labels: Allagash Brewing Company, Belgian Strong Dark Ale, Reviews
