Three Philosophers: Review

True Belgian-Style Quadrupel 2009

By: Brewery Ommegang

Copperstown, New York, USA

Belgian Style Blend

98% Ale – 2% Ale with Cherries Added

9.8% abv

1pt 9.4oz bottle

$8.99

Let’s see how this ale has aged. 

Appearance: brown body with a tan foamy head

Aroma: dusty dried dark fruit and a strange little herbal or floral note and a touch of spice.  I am not a fan of this aroma. 

Flavors: dry tart or sour cherry, raisins, earthy yeast, mineral notes, port wine like quality.  This bottle is two years old so I think the candied fruits, which I have seen in other reviews, have settled down.  With age this ale is a bit earthier in style. 

Mouthfeel: dry yet smooth with a bitter twang on the back of the palate, thick, nice body weight, very fine fizzy carbonation giving it a semi-creamy feel. 

My Strength Rating: 7 – nice bitter twang with a solid earthy quality on the two year old bottle.  This 2 year old ale has a good port wine like quality.

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