 mike mcneil (660), St Augustine, Florida, USA
| 3.9 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 4/5 | 8/10 | 4/5 | 16/20 |
Feb 17, 2008 Pours from the 750ml bottle a slightly hazy yellow-gold hue. An immense 2" tight white head forms with streams of CO2 bubbles buzzing to the surface. Superb head retention throughout the entire chalice is quite impressive. Thick sheets of lacing coat the sides of the glass. Aroma profile is that of somewhat muted lemon cookies, fresh yeast, banana, cloves, coriander, wheat cereal and vanilla. Palate is nicely balanced between a full, creamy texture and an ample amount of tingly carbonation as expected from a Belgian-style ale. Flavors were a bit more assertive than the aromas. Pleasant notes of lemon cream, orange, clove, ripe banana, yeast, fresh bread and a touch of vanilla bean are enjoyed. The finish gives up just a hint of hoppy/herbal bitterness to nicely balance out the ale’s sweetness. The 9% alcohol is virtually imperceptible. A very easy to drink Belgian Strong. For $7.99 per bottle you can find the genuine Belgian brews, but this offering is not far behind.
gunsho (134), Louisville, Kentucky, USA
| 3.1 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 6/10 | 3/5 | 5/10 | 3/5 | 14/20 |
Feb 16, 2008 leaves something to be desired. sparkling yellow color with a robust aroma. flavor is lacking but the mouthfeel pops. coriander, citrus, hops.
SynergyXJ (506), Blacksburg, Virginia, USA
| 3.5 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 6/10 | 3/5 | 7/10 | 4/5 | 15/20 |
Feb 15, 2008 Bottle Golden pour with massive white head. Light aroma of esters and a bit of spice. Flavor follows accordingly. Pretty good Belgian, but not the best.
ScottB (73), Bristow, Virginia, USA
| 4 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 4/5 | 7/10 | 3/5 | 17/20 |
Feb 12, 2008 Bottle. Poured hazy gold with a fluffy white head that dissipated quickly leaving a good bit of residual lace. Love the aroma of caramel and bannanas. Not quite as complex in the mouth as the nose promised, but still good. Lots of bannanas and some citrus hoppiness that lends a hint of bitterness to the finish. Not my favorite Belgian Strong, but very good.
cbkschubert (1963), Cochise Co., Arizona, USA
| 3.7 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 4/5 | 7/10 | 4/5 | 15/20 |
Feb 12, 2008 750 ml bottle via trade with AlexDeLarge - Pours a hazy light golden color with a one and a half finger thick white head. Very light clumpy lacing. Aroma is floral, citrus, light yeast, and esters (banana). Flavor is lightly sweetened malt, fruity esters, and light spice. Medium to full body. Mouthfeel is soft and smooth. Alcohol isn’t overbearing. A very drinkable beer. Thanks Jason.
gearbike (413), West Bloomfield, Michigan, USA
| 3.7 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 3/5 | 7/10 | 4/5 | 15/20 |
Feb 11, 2008 Not what I thought. Poured a pale yellow. Very fiesty taste. Lots of floral flavors with a very dry finish. High carbonation and hard to taste the high alcohol content.
WhiteAlePower (91), Long Island, New York, USA
| 4.2 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 9/10 | 4/5 | 9/10 | 5/5 | 15/20 |
Feb 11, 2008 750 ML bottle (#1847). Right off the bat, I have to say not only is this one of my favourite styles of Beer, but this is on the level with my favourite Beer "Duvel". Awesome golden hazy colour, with great notes of Citrus and Yeast. Excellent flavour of sweet to sour citrus, and yeast. Head was nice and full. Very enjoyable!!
BiddleBrau (306), Midland Park, New Jersey, USA
| 3.8 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 3/5 | 7/10 | 4/5 | 17/20 |
Feb 11, 2008 750ml bottle. Decent strong ale from the folks at Brooklyn. Nice citrusy, fruity and yeasty aroma. Nice on the palate although the head was not long lasting. Color was hazy yellow/orange. Was well balanced, something worth a second look.
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