Old Stock Ale (2009 Cellar Reserve)
Quick Facts
Brewery: North Coast Brewing Co.
Beer Style: Old Ale
Origin: Fort Bragg, California, USA
ABV: 12.5%
IBU: N/A
Glassware: Pint Glass / Tumbler
Serve Temp: 40°-45°
Brewer’s Profile: Oak, Burbon, Malty
Summary
Color poured is a dark brown with a slight hint of copper.
Very thin, light head that dissipates quickly. You don’t have to
bring the glass too close to your face to get a good smell. The aroma is very
strong, almost booze-like, with some hints of sweet malt and caramel.
I've read a lot of hype on this beer, but to be honest, it’s
definitely not something I would put on my favorites list. From the first sip,
the only thing that came to my mind was, “this tastes a lot like whiskey!” I expected
some burbon or alcohol flavors, but I guess I just didn’t expect it to be that
strong. Any other flavor of the beer was overpowered by the intensity of the
alcohol on my lips. Not that I dislike whiskey or any other liquor, but when
I’m drinking a beer at dinner I would like for it to be a little less “boozy.” I even tried to pair this beer as recommended with a cheese assortment. The cheese is supposed to balance out the flavor of the beer. I found myself eating more cheese than sipping, however. None the less, my boyfriend loved this ale, and proceeded to drink what I could
not finish with the rest of our dinner J
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