This is my last New Belgium beer from the 6 pack I bough last week. I had the break the streak for over the weekend because I had a lot going on and wanted to have plenty of time to drink this beer and enjoy it. I am very impressed with New Belgium and plan to continue drinking their beers, and seeking out more styles to enjoy.
This beer has an authentic Trappist beer smell. Some sweetness and a little coffee aroma from the dark malts and some nutmeg spice aromas. This beer is a dark brown, but clear enough to see through when held to the light. The foam is nice and thick but no carbonation after the beer is poured. Over all the beer looks just like the picture on the bottle.
The taste is well balanced. There is some almost toffee like sweetness, and a hint of sourness. There is some Belgium characteristic spicy flavors. There is some coffee flavor that matches the smell, but its very light, and just a slight bitterness. The mouthfeel is nice and thick making making it a beer that your don't want to drink too many of.
This is another great beer from New Belgium, they do a good job meeting the Belgium style of beer. I think will have to buy more of this beer, much like the Trippel is a cheaper version of the Belgium beers that are so good.
1 comment:
I really enjoyed your description of this beer. I also found it very well-balanced. The only New Belgian I haven't liked so far is the Fat Tire. Oddly enough, I remember in college that many of my friends were crazy about it. It's probably just my taste preference.
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