Supplier: Beer52
This brewery was set up in Greater Manchester not long ago in late 2012. This is one of their core range beers inspired by the Trappist Belgian beers, using a low quantity of hops and lots of dark candi syrup. I served this at room temperature.
This brewery was set up in Greater Manchester not long ago in late 2012. This is one of their core range beers inspired by the Trappist Belgian beers, using a low quantity of hops and lots of dark candi syrup. I served this at room temperature.
Appearance: A dark brown colour the turns maroon in the light. There is a thick tan head with an orange hue that thins but lasts for a while.
Aroma: Dried apricots and the typical spicy Belgian esters, also hints of washing up liquid which is often found in Belgian styles.
Flavour: Quite a savoury note but still quite fruity, a bit like apricots and lamb in cous cous. This is followed by some burnt toast notes on the end.
Body: The bubbles are quite small but there is a bit too much carbonation.
Aftertaste: The flavours are continued in aftertaste, more of that savoury note I'm having a hard time identifying. Also, hints of metal start to develop with drinking.
Overall: Therefore this gets a rating of 5, that savoury flavour is unique but it is overall a bit rough.
Price Range: Another of the monthly beer subscription at £14 (usually £24) for 8 beers, so approximately £1.75 for a 330ml bottle; Unusual and nice to try but I wouldn't get it again.
Food Pairings: Due to the complexity of the flavours I would pair it with a Moroccan style dish, probably one airing on one with more sauce.
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