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You underrate yourself; we all have the confidence you will...Originally Posted by Nrrrrvous;1348486[B
I remember that beer well from 20+ years ago; a very tasty introduction to craft beer.
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Agree on all the above. Another shout out to OPK for his choice.
The US brewers produce wonderful Belgian style ales but, when you sip a Rochefort, Corsendonk, Westmalle or almost any other Trappist ales, you learn that the originals/authentics are about a half tier above the US products.
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Only two more pages to read from last PM.
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#12 - Brasserie des Franches-Montagnes - Abbaye de Saint Bon-Chien
"Boldly treading the boundary between port, wine and beer, l'Abbaye de Saint Bon-Chien is a unique ale aged in wooden casks which have been used for several years before to age Merlot, Merlot Cabernet, Whisky and then Grappa. It manages to merge into L'Abbaye all the complex aromas of a vintage red wine along with the delicate harmony and flavors of the wood and its former contents. This process requires close monitoring of the beer's evolution. The final version is blended from different casks, to ensure optimal balance, complexity and enjoyment!"
11%
So complex. I love this beer. A little sour, a little oak barrel, a little wine, a lot delicious.
Did you know - This beer was named in fond memory of Bon-Chien, the late brewery cat, deceased in June 2005, whose antics were very popular with brewery visitors.
"That young man has an extra step on his ladder the rest of us just don't have."
#13 - Wasatch Brewery - Devastator
"If you're going to sin, sin big. Our Double Bock is sweet, toasty and rich, but finishes gentle. This beer has developed a serious cult following. Imagine that – a cult following in Utah..."
German Style Doppelbock
Hops - Magnum and Aramis
ABV - 8.0%
IBU - 18
This was one of my favorites during my 5 years in Utah. They used to serve this at my favorite Wood-fired Pizza Joint. Aah, memories. A little harder to find over here but still available once in a while.
"That young man has an extra step on his ladder the rest of us just don't have."
#14 - Center of the Universe Brewing - Monkey's Uncle
Belgian Tripel brewed with local lemongrass
ABV: 9.0%
IBU: 23
"Monkey’s Uncle is COTU’s take on a classic beer style from Belgium – the Tripel. Pilsner malt is the primary building block, providing a light crisp body and straw color. Fresh lemongrass, grown by our friends just down the street at Village Garden, was added at the end of the boil, resulting in a refreshing treat."
Center of the Universe is one of my local faves that doesn't get as much publicity/respect as some of the others. I have a feeling there will be more of their beers in my favorites list.
Some tripels can get a touch syrup-y, a little thick or heavy. This one stays nice and crisp all the way through.
"That young man has an extra step on his ladder the rest of us just don't have."
I saw that article but can't remember where; might have even been posted on Ymm, Beer, where much education is available. It also coulda been on one of the news feeds on my phone. Thanks for the reminder/facts!
If you're banned in the USA, I guess you can still post, err, brew in Europe .
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