Ommegan Rare Vos

Belgian Amber Ale

Fruity esters common to Belgians- spritzy nose (refreshing).

A cross between amber and golden- a bit hazy and not much head. No lacing to speak of.

Good flavor- not too fruity, almost a touch tart. First thing you get is heavy belgian carbonation, almost-hoppy-but-not-really notses, and finishing with the almost-tart, refreshing flavor which leaves me wanting more.

This is good beer I should try to brew one day.

The Smokeout

(Consumed : available)

Smoked beans
1 : 2
Pork shoulder
0.5 : 2
Roasting-sized chickens
0.5 : 2
Wings (bags)
0.8 : 1
Rib racks
1.5 : 3
Hanging tender
0 : 2 (uncooked because there was so much other stuff)

11.5 people including us.

XX Bitter belgian golden ale

Smells belgian. Light to moderate bitterness balanced with belgian sweetness.

Yeasts good for apples

Dc47
Ec1118
V116
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Weihensteohaner Korbinian Doppelbock

Dark amber in appearance, thin, lacy head. Moderately sweet nose- I've smelled it before but don't know the proper term- is it malty?

Almost no bitterness. Hints of rotated light cherry, with the same sweet character in the front. Slightly heavy mouth feel at first, but it dissipates quickly after swallowing.

Not bad, good, but not my style, I think.

Stillwater Artisanal American Farmhouse Ale

Opened to a bit of foaming, but only lost a drop or two. Moderately hazy medium brown, with a touch of amber in its depths.

Belgian yeast notes on the nose, with a hint of spice. Medium roast flavor, very well balanced. Carbonation, followed by roasty notes, finished with a crisp and lingering bitterness. Notes of alcohol at the very end (not bad for 7.2%).

Great twist on a brown ale.

Merry Christmas

I keep hearing the strangest sounds coming from under the tree...