Van Steenberge
Belgium
9% abv
11.2 oz stubby white bottle
$21.99 a six pack (sampler pack)
Refermented in the bottle
Style: Triple Ale or Belgian Strong Pale Ale
I just cannot believe that I have not reviewed these
Boucanier Ales. I did review the Red Ale
a year or two ago (click here to see review).
Appearance: a ruddy cola colored body with a light tan two
finger head that leaves some lacing on the glass.
Aroma: light bouquet of dark fruits that remind me of dry fig
and sweet dark raisin; light yeast and light brown bread – reminds me of a
light pumpernickel bread;
Flavors: really follows the nose; flavors seem to meld
together well; good balance with a nice sweet note and mild hops to keep
things in check; the only thing to add to the flavor profile would be a lightly toasted yet sweet caramelized malty note
Mouthfeel: light carbonation gives me a fine fizzy feel to
keep things a little crisp; smooth feel; sweet raisins early, little bittering on mid
and a dry bittering on the finish and a sweet caramelized malt that swirls around these notes; brown bread aftertaste with caramel; medium body
To the Point: easy to drink; no wow factor but, very
serviceable Dark Ale; lacks complexity and depth but still pleasing to drink;
If you want to have a Pirate Party this is Boucanier line-up
is a must have. Don't forget Talk Like a Pirate Day on September 19.
Sandwich Pairing: grilled pumpernickel bread with black
forest ham, baby Swiss cheese, and mayo or grilled Black Russian Bread with pastrami
brisket, Havarti cheese, and Mucky Ducky sweet Mustard.
Cigar Pairings: this medium bodied Ale goes well with a
variety of cigars; I am enjoying a San Lotano Oval Cigar with it today.
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