Brasserie De Silly
Silly, Belgium
Scotch Silly Ale aged in Bordeaux Barrel.
9% abv
750ml bottle
$13.00 from Ashley’s of Westland, Michigan
I could not find any information on the Global Beer website.
I was pretty excited about the Port Barrel Ale and I have to
admit that I was a little disappointed.
I don’t know what to expect now with this one. If you ever visit my wine blog you know I
love my wines so, once again my expectation is high but, I am ready for the letdown. So, I am skeptical going into this now.
Appearance: murky brown body with a one finger tan head that
leaves no lacing on the glass; the barrel aging added some darkness to the body
Aroma: some black fruit like black currant, mulberry, black
raspberry; firm malty note; not as sweet as the Port Aged Scotch Silly.
Flavors: one sip, two sip; not bad; third sip – I am liking this
one; oh yes, the Bordeaux Barrel aging is coming through; the black fruit of the
Bordeaux is blending well with the Ale; the nose and the flavor are working
together like a fine wine should; black currant and black plum mingle so well
with the ales toasted caramel malts; hint of toffee; light coffee; slight hint
of oak; I am being reminded of the black raspberry jam I had this morning on a fresh biscuit but no tiny seeds here.
Mouthfeel: dry feel like a fine Bordeaux; low carbonation;
medium-full body; very nice ale notes mix so well with the wine barrel notes; moderate
bitterness really controls the sweetness of the Scotch Silly Ale.
To the Point: I really like how the Bordeaux Barrel Aging
stood out and added a lot of character to this ale. The nose was very pleasing and match the
flavors. If you like good red wines and
you like a good ale this should do the trick. I will plan to buy more of this ale.
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