I picked this one up along w/ some wine because it was a seasonal from a brand that I hadn't had in a while. At 9% alc. it's strong and shows of its merits w/ award winnings posted on the side of the bottle.
Pour, Smell & Look - Best part about this was the surprise. Stout type pour, with a stronger lasting head than most. Sweet malt and hops, which is easily identifiable as a darker beer w/ it's warm roast smell.
Taste - This is definitely on the easy side of stout-ville. It still has a lot of sugars in it's malt, which is matched equally by the sweet, pine hops. The brown roast flavor comes as the after taste, but it is noticeable with a toffee, then slight coffee.
Rating - 6
Even though I like this stout it isn't so traditional. It's on the easy side of the street in a grouping that is full or hard and traditional flavors. This one will be a good one to try, but try some others too :D
My grading scale
It is subjective, but I think you'll be able to understand where I'm coming from:
1-3 "Horrible" : NEVER BUY THIS!!!! (Or buy it just to see what crappy beer tastes like.)
4-5 "Ok" : These beers need a little work. Usually from a company known for another type of brew.
8-9 "Great" : Try this at least once, you'll be happy you did :D
10!!!!! "Godly" = This is attainable, but the most subjective of all grades. If I ever give a beer a 10 it'll be because it blows your mind.
1-3 "Horrible" : NEVER BUY THIS!!!! (Or buy it just to see what crappy beer tastes like.)
4-5 "Ok" : These beers need a little work. Usually from a company known for another type of brew.
6-7 "Good": It's ok, for now.
8-9 "Great" : Try this at least once, you'll be happy you did :D
10!!!!! "Godly" = This is attainable, but the most subjective of all grades. If I ever give a beer a 10 it'll be because it blows your mind.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
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