 kepano (239), Meudon, France
| 3.8 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 4/5 | 7/10 | 4/5 | 15/20 |
Jun 16, 2008
It seems tough to admit, but Belgium’s brewing climate today has little to do with the monastic tradition so often advertised. I can’t help but raise an eyebrow when I see borrowed ecclesiastical titles, as if they somehow elevate the product to a divine status. Abbaye des Rocs awakened this concern during my initial encounter. Fortunately, as I explored their profound talent, I realized this is a brewery thats put little effort in polishing its image, and focuses instead on a truly exceptional set of beers. A remarkable endeavor. Des Rocs’ habit of leaving ’unsightly’ sediment in the bottles never bothered me in the least, but I was surprised to find a relatively clear brew this time around. The lively apricot color glows deeply, and a creamy off-white head puffs up above. The aroma is equally bright and summery, but rich and complex as well. Honey and abundant grains form the unmistakable smell of Miel Pops, one of my childhood breakfast cereals in France. The subtle balance of spices and vegetal components adds surprising intricacy for a basic offering. Nutmeg, coriander, pepper and buttery asparagus are particularly notable. The palate finds a light, creamy and very easy-drinking ale. There’s a touch of minerality that seems perfect for a hot day. Sweet grains are present, and the chalky lemony yeastiness gives an air of witbier. The spices are perfectly balanced with both hops and malts, suggesting hints of peach and coffee. There’s a definite sweetness throughout, but it remains authentic and the subtle dryness and sourness in the finish continually encourage another sip. Perfectly sessionable and drinking well after it’s second birthday, it’s another stunning beer from des Rocs. (08/06/07)
wekker84 (124), etten-leur, Netherlands
| 3.2 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 6/10 | 3/5 | 7/10 | 3/5 | 13/20 |
Jan 19, 2010 750 ml bottle a golden yellow colored beer with a tiny white head aroma malts yeast spices and some fruit taste malts fruity and light bitter spices
planky84 (194), , Greater London, England
| 3.5 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 3/5 | 7/10 | 3/5 | 15/20 |
Jan 10, 2010 Bottle from beers of europe. Gushed out of the bottle this one causing it to be a nice cloudy amber colour with a creamy white head. Aromas of citrus, barley sugars, ginger, herbs. Flavours of wheat, orange peel, coriander, bitter lemon. Bitter moutheel. Finishes bitter-sweet.
Allen (1491), Switzerland
| 2.3 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 5/10 | 2/5 | 5/10 | 2/5 | 9/20 |
Jan 1, 2010 Bottled 33cl. Mediocre murky appearance. Marmite, walnuts, fennel and spices that don’t integrate at all with the other components show up in both nose and taste. I didn’t enjoy this beer.
Parket (278), Bruges, Belgium
| 2.7 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 6/10 | 2/5 | 6/10 | 2/5 | 11/20 |
Dec 28, 2009 bottle, yellow hazy colour with unstable white head. Smell: very sweet and fruity. Taste: a bit sweet, yeasty (not such a good yeast!), fruity. No complex beer. I’ve had much better ones from abbaye des rocs!
mbuisman79 (203), Amsterdam, Netherlands
| 3.7 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 5/5 | 6/10 | 3/5 | 15/20 |
Nov 18, 2009 Very nice and interesting blond. Great aroma of fruit and flowers. Flavor is the same sort of interesting mix. Has almost the right amount of alcohol and hops too. Great blond.
gunnfryd (3746), Kristiansand, Norway
| 3.4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 4/5 | 6/10 | 3/5 | 13/20 |
Nov 15, 2009 Bottle. Dark golden orange colour with huge floaties and a white head. Aroma is sweet, hop, orange, citrus. Flavour is dry, sweet, orange, yeast, hop, spices. Strange beer
yngwie (5173), Kristiansand, Norway
| 3.5 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 3/5 | 7/10 | 4/5 | 14/20 |
Sep 27, 2009 Bottle, 75cl corked. A hazy, orange beer with a small, white head. As expected, there’s also lots of floaties. Citrus, white sugar and a nice hoppyness in the aroma. There’s also a strange herbal note there, that I don’t like, but fortunately only a note. Bitter flavor with white sugar and notes of leather, leading to a dry, bitter finish. Medium body with appropriate carbonation. A quite nice beer, nothing special. 090724
Geokkjer (257), Kristiansand, Norway
| 3.3 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 3/5 | 7/10 | 3/5 | 13/20 |
Sep 25, 2009 75 cl. bottle.Pours dark murky brown with small off-white head.Aroma is fruity ,yeasty and spicy .Flavor is fruity,spicy with a dry finish.Ok Belgian ale.
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