Beer (page 2)
Stouterik
3/5. A solid Belgian stout with strong roasted aroma and surprisingly fruity flavours in amongst the expected sourness.
- Originally published: 22 Jan 2011 in Beer
Winterkoninkske
4/5. A drinkable winter warmer packed with plenty of flavours appropriate for the time of year.
- Originally published: 9 Jan 2011 in Beer
Adelardus Bruin
5/5. A heavenly- and heavily-scented ale sampled from the tap, impressively delicate for its type.
- Originally published: 9 Jan 2011 in Beer
Roste Jeanne
2/5. A beer to celebrate the history of a woman burned at the stake, but it didn’t set me alight.
- Originally published: 1 Jan 2011 in Beer
Schuppenboer Tripel
4/5. A group of former amateur enthusiasts from Turnhout have turned out this soft and fruity tripel with lots of coriander.
- Originally published: 1 Jan 2011 in Beer
Sint Bernardus Christmas Ale
4/5. Stronger and less smooth than the 12 Abt but with many of the same flavours – definitely a winter warmer.
- Originally published: 1 Jan 2011 in Beer
De Dolle Special Extra Export Stout
3/5. Impressive appearance and fruity aromas somewhat let down by overpowering salty flavour.
- Originally published: 21 Nov 2010 in Beer
Dulle Teve
4/5. Fine, delicately perfumed tripel with a punchy mouthfeel and a gentle aftertaste.
- Originally published: 10 Nov 2010 in Beer
Nieuwhuys Hoegaards Bier Alpaïde
5/5. Lustrous dark brown brew with a dense, lasting head. Smells like bitter chocolate and soot. Tastes rooty, smoky and sweet.
- Originally published: 13 Jun 2010 in Beer
St Idesbald Tripel
2/5. Rich dark gold colour but not much in the nose. Very bitter on the tongue and a rather acidic aftertaste.
- Originally published: 9 Jun 2010 in Beer
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Chimay Bleue
4/5. Flavours include brown sugar, raisins, toffee and lots of pepper. Strong alcohol is well masked and warming.
- Originally published: 1 Jan 2010 in Beer
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- Originally published: 10 Mar 2009 in Europe
Barjac
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- Originally published: 10 Jul 2010 in Europe
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