Préaris Boutique Brewery Quadrocinno Abt / Quadrupel at 10% ABV | 45 IBU (C$5.02 at Willow Park Wine & Spirits, 330 ml, no packaging date or best before, acquired 23-Feb-2018, reviewed 2-Mar-2018)
Appearance: slightly hazy amber-brown with one fat finger of fluffy beige head, excellent retention and moderate lacing. (5/5) Aroma: mild, bready yeast, coffee, mild dark fruit. (7/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate-high bitter. (7/10) Palate: medium body, moderate carbonation, dry lingering bitter finish. (3/5)
Yeah, it’s #hotelglassware but what can I say? Needs must. I’ve got an early flight tomorrow, so I figure the the extra hour of sleep is worth the $30 premium for hotel + parking, over parking alone.
I’m not sold on this, not by a long shot. The aroma is surprisingly mild for a Quad, and yeast-forward. The coffee is definitely present, but feels out of balance with the dark fruitcake character I look for in a Quad. The body is slightly thin for the style as well. Ultimately, the appearance is the best part of this beer, and when you’re as ugly as me, that’s not gonna get you far. (14/20)
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