Im jumping the gun a little bit since this one was fresh from the tank unfiltered, at the brewery with John, But im sure it will be out for spring reviaval. great interesting beer, very cloudy nice mouthfeel, interesting nose not overpowering. Another big alcohol at 7.7 or it was at the time of tasting, so well hidden. lovely aftertaste slightly buttery finish. great beer

A wonderous elixer! On tap at the Castle on King A rich prtien-hazed orange color in the glass with a 1 finger off white sticky cap. Aroma is lush: rich spicey grains over some light honey-like tones and wet grass. Starts thick with spicey-tangy rye malts.... mid way you get some light hop s and some tangy sweetness...finish is delightful, rich and malty, spicey with a caraway seed-licorice root taste. This is a flavorful "big" beer and the rye spiciness just sets it off wonderfully....hides alcohol well...drinkable and satisfying. The brewer gets 2 extra points for imagination and originality....rare traits in the Ontartio "me too" craft brewing market.

On tap at Magpie - clear deep gold with a fairly frothy white head. Aroma expertly mingles sharp hops and a subtle malt sweetness. Flavour very intriguing - a surpising caraway prominence and very sweet because of the rye. Some underlying hops as well as a spiciness. Alcohol is very well hidden. Church Key is a great brewery and I hope to taste more of these unique experiments from them. Props for taking a chance.....

Strong pumpernickel flavour, spicy yet mild. Thick, creamy and sticky body. A bit one-dimensional, but enjoyable nonetheless. A great experiment by a respected brewery.

Bottle shared with tupalev, jerc, mabel & blankboy - courtesy of tupalev. Bright copper-gold with a tiny white head. Nice fresh aroma of wheat, rye, and roasted corn. Medium mouthfeel. Flavour is fairly sweet, with a nice rye tang, some other grain notes, and a stickly, orangey finish. Hides that 7.5% very nicely. An interesting beer.