Rochefort Trappistes 10

Deep dark brown in color with an initially thick head that stabilizes at about 1/8" to 1/4", tan. A distinctly raisiny flavor with a bit of bubbly zest. Not so subtle tinge of carmelized sugars, singed almost. Lots of underlying subtleties...plum, perhaps a hint of cherry, several types of maltiness... Finish goes on. That said, I have trouble liking this. It is certainly good, but perhaps a bit too raisiny for me.

At 11.3%, I expected this to be a harsh beer, but the alcohol is hidden quite well by the intensely complex flavors. The pour is a dark brown almost purplish black tone with a bountiful tan head. Aroma of fruits and earthy maltiness. Taste is unbelievable- smooth and malty with undertones i cannot distinguish. A slight alcoholic aftertaste. Very smooth for a high ABV beer. Overall, probably the best of one of the best beers I have ever had the privilige of tasting.

This beer surely lives up to its reputation. I’ve waited a long time to try this beer and all I can saw is WOW! Please refer to the other ratings, I am just speechless. This is better when sipped slowly at room temperature in a nice tulip glass.

best beer i have ever had in my life, hands down. tons of flavors attack my taste buds all at once. i can definitely taste the plum, chocolate, raisin, caramel, coffee, and alcohol. there are at least 10 more flavors in this beer to enjoy as well.

The 330 ml bottle pours quickly with its long thin neck, leaving a sizable tan head. The large head dissipated quickly, leaving a short layer of small durable bubbles and a fair amount of lacing. The body of the beer is quite dark, but reveals a rich copper hue when held to light. The nose is complex. Earthy and musty aromas mix with caramel and molasses notes. There is also a strong alcohol component. Palate entry is dry and lively, but there is a strong malt backbone giving the beer a medium to full body. Mid-palate and finish reveal expected dried fruit flavors: raisin, prune and date; but, there also is a hint of clove. The high alcohol content ྫ.2%) is very well-balanced and adds to the enjoyment of this of this Trappist ale.

Bottle shared with friends. Pours a muddy brown with a creamy and fluffy head. Dark aroma of mixed fruits, chocolate, and malt. Many flavors jump out at me and it seems the character changes with each sip. The sweetness and alcohol are apparent but I think they balance well. A good amount of sediment settled in the glass. I was really looking forward to trying this one and it definitely did not disappoint!

Rate date sept 2009. Best before date 070513 (i.e. bottling date may 2006): Pours dark brown with large lightbrown long lastsing head with some lacing. Aroma of dried prunes, raisin bread, caramel and some herbal hops. Complex sweet malty flavor of caramel glazed raisins with a long lasting bitter sweet finish. Outstanding!