 beerhandy (195), Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA
| 3.3 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 3/5 | 6/10 | 3/5 | 14/20 |
Jan 14, 2008 A strong dark ale, caramel raisins with a big malt backbone ,spicy hops but a harsh finish,needs more monk funk please!
urbnhautebourg (974), Annapolis, Maryland, USA
| 2.1 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 3/5 | 3/10 | 3/5 | 5/20 |
Jan 14, 2008 12 ozers. I gave this 3 tries. I always give North Coast the benefit of the doubt. This was simply rotten, but in the usual way. That is, there was that all-too-common stinging acidity which cut through this like poison, ruining some pretty decent malt flavors and a good palate. Why is this so common in American BSA?
leeburg (148), Juneau, Alaska, USA
| 3.6 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 4/5 | 8/10 | 3/5 | 13/20 |
Jan 11, 2008 I could probably be tough on this guy, because its basis of comparison for me are the trappists, Unibroues and St. Bernardus. But maybe that’s not fair. This beer has a lot going for it in every category, but too much metal in the aftertaste. It gets points because this style is my favorite. No BSA is a terrible BSA (so far anyway).
BMan1113VR (2814), Los Angeles (and Dallas), Texas, USA
| 3.2 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 4/5 | 6/10 | 3/5 | 12/20 |
Jan 9, 2008 Updated: Mar 21, 2008Labeled 9.4% abv. Aroma is pleasant with a light toasted sensation and moderate piney hops. There was also pear, nutmeg and cinnamon in the aroma. Appearance was nice. Average sized frothy off-white head that played the disappearing act. Color was a very dark amber or brown. The flavor was a bit of a disappointment, salty and sour at first followed by a very strong copper aftertaste. Good attempt at a Belgian strong, but I know that North Coast can do better. According to my dad this is a very good attempt at a common Belgian street ale. I have another bottle that I am going to age for a while.
OldMrCrow (1184), Seattle, Washington, USA
| 3 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 6/10 | 3/5 | 6/10 | 3/5 | 12/20 |
Jan 7, 2008 Updated: Jan 8, 2008Fresh 12 oz bottle.
Pours brown with red highlights, completely clear. Filtered? Good-sized foamy head. Sweet prune and molassas, belgian yeast and overripe banana in the aroma. The flavor is certainly on the sweet side, medicinal like herbal honey cough drops. Spicy, dry close. Larger, coarser carbonation in the mouthfeel.
This is relatively authentic in flavor and aroma, but I’m left underwhelmed. There’s a lot going on here, but no depth. The flavors don’t meld (yes, it’s young; I’ll try the older one some time) and they don’t harmonize. I’m sure mood plays a part in it, but I didn’t finish the 12oz glass and instead turned to single malt to finish off the night.
brianprentiss (473), Portland, Oregon, USA
| 3.7 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 4/5 | 7/10 | 4/5 | 14/20 |
Jan 7, 2008 another really good beer from North Coast. I was expecting a bit more from a BSA but this is a solid beer nonetheless.
travita (1887), Frisco, Texas, USA
| 3.8 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 3/5 | 8/10 | 3/5 | 17/20 |
Jan 4, 2008 Brown color and hazy with a good head. Aroma is sweet and fruity. Flavors are fruity and sweet with malt. Apples and banana flavors add nicely.
Fantomasus (122), USA
| 3.7 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 3/5 | 7/10 | 3/5 | 17/20 |
Jan 4, 2008 Pours deep amber with a thin off white head. Smells like raisins and caramel. Tatse is where this beer excels. I taste sweet Rich malt with a smooth hop balance. Dark chocolate, raisin, and brown sugar. Pretty complex. Finish is long. I love this beer!
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