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Newport Storm 05

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RATINGS: 131   WEIGHTED AVG: 3.56   SEASONAL: Special   EST. CALORIES: 351   ABV: 11.7%
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For the sixth year we have faithfully produced the next edition in our impressive series of annual limited beers. Copious amounts of Pale, Chocolate, and Munich malts gives the mouthfeel to this brew. Additionally, twenty pounds of East African Cocoa combines with subtle raspberry flavors to accentuate the beer's creative backbone. Though not laden with hop bitterness, we chose the Perle hop's mild spice and sweetness to complement the chocolate in this ale. Unusual care and a year of aging, as well as hand corking and a never to be used again recipe give this beer a signature flavor which should only improve with time. It is extremely limited, extremely strong, and extremely original, because as we like to say around here "It's All About Extremes!" 11.7% Alcohol by Volume.


3.7
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 15/20
juiceisloose (1045) - Windermere, Florida, USA - SEP 16, 2008
Courtesy growler.Pours a very dark brown with a small white head that leaves spotty lacing behind. The aroma shows good amounts of chocolate, raspberries, alcohol, and some funky spices. The flavor is very sweet with chocolate, caramel. and fruity sugars up front, but is balanced out nicely with some tart raspberries and spices. The alcohol;s presence is felt throughout adding warmth and sweetness. Medium-full bodied with a creamy mouthfeel and subtle carbonation. This one goes down smooth with a fruity finish and the warming sensation all the way down. This is a nice brew, but maybe a touch too much alcohol.

3.9
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
dalekliz (648) - San Diego, California, USA - AUG 29, 2008
Bottle, thanks to WeeHeavySD for sharing. Pours a hazy orange-brown with a white ring. Sharp and bitter malt aroma, with a hint of sourness. Rich, sweet malt taste that gets sweeter as notes of chocolate, dates, and figs kick in. Lingering sweetness. Quite tasty and interesting.

3.6
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 15/20
ericandersnavy (2314) - Denton, Texas, USA - AUG 24, 2008
bottle through trade with RCL. poured a hazy brown with a thin beige head and some sediment. aroma was caramel, spice, and raisins. flavor was pretty much the same as the nose with the addition of black liquourice. <----- is that how you spell it? had to have help with that flavor from brother. glad to have this 3 year old retired beer for my 100th rating.

3.8
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 16/20
Swalden28 (2541) - McKinney, Texas, USA - AUG 24, 2008
Bottle thanks to ericandersnavy. Pours a hazy brown with orange hues, beige head, minimal retention. Spicy aroma of wild cherry, raison and chocolat. Flavor much the same with chocolate notes and black licourish. Has medium-full body with med-high carbonation. Over all a very tasty brew.

3.9
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 8/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 17/20
Oakes (10009) - Gibsons, British Columbia, CANADA - AUG 22, 2008
Extra cheers to growler for the Newport Storm- very, very cool. Bright mahogany. Deep chewy candy, some molasses, apricot. Soft, very cherryish, a little oily. Some chocolatey character. Lots of maple. Beautiful, well-rounded, only a touch of late heat.

3.4
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 3/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 3/5   OVERALL 14/20
Beershine (4561) - The Sunshine State, Florida, USA - AUG 20, 2008
At Vero. Dark brown with sediment, particles. Cherry nose, with rum too. Low carbonation. Slight bourbon flavors, a tad sweet.

3.7
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 15/20
smith4498 (2151) - Miami, Florida, USA - AUG 14, 2008
Bottle courtesy of growler. Pours brownish with off white head. Strong raspberry aroma. Flavor is sweet chocolate and caramel with big raspberry tartness. Very different, but good. Medium body with average carbonation and a creamy mouthfeel.

3.7
   AROMA 7/10   APPEARANCE 4/5   TASTE 7/10   PALATE 4/5   OVERALL 15/20
Beerlando (3276) - Orlando, Florida, USA - AUG 10, 2008
Courtesy growler. Aged 3 years. Pours a really dark chocolate brown color with a small, swirly, cream colored head. Spotty lacing marks the glass. The aroma is very chocolaty and fruity, with raspberry asserting itself aggressively. Caramel, dark fruits, vanilla, and mild dark spices complete the nose. The flavor is sweet up front from the chocolate and caramel, but the raspberry lends a tart element that is welcomed. Very fruity, overall. The mouthfeel is big and round, its lack of carbonation working well here. This reminds me of Kuhnhenn Raspberry Eisbock in alot of ways. Really nice brew.


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