Stillwater Artisanal As Follows – Belgian Strong Pale Ale at 9% ABV

Stillwater Artisanal As Follows Belgian Strong Pale Ale at 9% ABV (US$3.57 at Specs Main Houston, 355 ml, bottle date 1-Oct-2016, reviewed 7-Feb-2016)

Appearance: clear pale gold with one fat finger of rocky head, good retention and patchy lacing. (4/5) Aroma: dry hay funk, lemon zest, stone fruit, vinous oak. (8/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate bitter, light tart. (8/10) Palate: medium-light body, lively to moderate carbonation, dry crisp and lightly tart finish. (4/5)

Another very nice beer from Stillwater. Although they call it a “Belgian Style Golden,” it’s got lots of saison-like notes, dominated by a dry barnyardy Brett funk. Easy drinking, impressively crisp and light given the relatively high ABV. (16/20)

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