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Brew Review #71

Captain Lawrence Nor'Easter Winter Warmer Batch #4

Belgian Strong Dark Ale

Captain Lawrence, Pleasantville, New York, USA

I RATE THIS BEER: 94

RELEASE: December // THE ABV. 12.0% | IBU’s. ? // THE NOSE: Copper Penny, Sea Shell, Basil, Pork Sausage, Black Olive Brine, Cat Pee, Carrot Juice, Toffee, Coal // THE TASTE: Burdock, Perilla, Morello Cherry Preserve, Cork, Seaweed, Lemongrass, Cranberry, Marjoram, White Pepper, Almond Paste, Espresso, Peppermint, Cashew, Radish // THE BOTTOMLINE: Exploding at its pungent pitch black seams with savory bite and razor sharp sour flavors this bulky Belgian leaning winter cheater is hardy enough, meaty enough and satisfying enough to help you ward off even the most foreboding winter storm. An unusual pickle jar of complex woodsy, off kilter sour and lively fructose characteristics, this is not going to be everyone’s cup of tea, the more adventurous among you however are well advised to tackle a bottle of this unusual triple fermented, bourbon barrel aged, 320 case vintage... if you can find it. // THE BACKBONE: Secret Elderberry Blend, Belgian Yeast Strain // PRICE POINT: $15 | 1x 26oz bottle //

Food Pairings:

Oyster Stew Goulash Paella Burger