Allagash Tripel Reserve

750 from Whole Foods, Raleigh. Gotta say that I still really enjoy this brew, maybe the best American example of a tricky style. Lots of folks lay it on too buttery, and others too boozy. But Allagash gets it just right. Luminous amber pour with a trace of cloudiness and a billowy head. Some yeast and pepper in the nose, with some malts that don’t get in the way. When it’s young, there’s more pepper and I’m digging that right now - almost a pumped up saison imperial or something. But no, it’s true to the style, with rich malts and spices blending well, with an admirable hop backing. Always a pleasure to have this one.

The beer pours a very hazy orange yellow with a soft white head. The nose is a rich blend of coriander, citrus and yeast. The taste is what you would expect from a beer of this type, the taste closely follows the nose. The flavor is a highly carbonated mix of spice and citrus. The beer is a good example of this beer type but it is a little sweet. A few years of age might help is mellow out.

On draft at Redlight Redlight. This beer pours an orange/ amber color with lots of light fruit and honey in the aroma, with a note of white grape?. Lots of the bright flavors I expect from a tripel. Good stuff, but not the best in the category.

Surprised I haven’t put my official rating in as I’ve had this numerous times. It’s one of the few great domestic Belgian Tripels. Flavors are incredible mix of fruits and herbs. Pours golden brown with nice frothy head. Really excellent.

draft @ Taco Mac. nice golden color... wonderful aromas of banana, spices and citrus. Very smooth and soft over the palate. The finish is very enjoyable with the citrus and spice coming through strong with some bitterness as well. An excellent Tripel... ranks up there with the best... Looking forward to buying a bottle and having more...