Sunday, September 7, 2008

Duvel: 23

Taste: 8 Finish: 8 Visual: 4 Aroma: 3
Total: 23

It's a very pale yellow color and not cloudy like a typical belgian. It has a light yeast and malt aroma. The head is relatively large and a bit too foamy.

First I have to say that it's a bit too carbonated. So, don't follow the bottle with the smoother pour. Get some of that carbonation out of the brew because it interferes with the flavor and is really bloating.

As for the taste, it starts with some bready yeast making it start a little creamy. But then the bitterness of hops and some lemon kick in. At the finish is a kick of alcohol. Throughout it all is a flavor I can't quite figure out. A bit of clove? Some sort of spice. It's vey interesting.

Reading other reviews, this is considered one of the best brews you can buy. I'm not that gonzo about it.

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