21 Jan 2009
Dubuisson Scaldis
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About: I recall my first sip of beer very fondly. At a very early age I was watching a baseball game with my father, and he noticed I was curious as to the colorful red and white canned beverage in his hand and finally offered me a sip. At that point I felt like I was a part of something special. As I was never able to touch those elusive drinks prior to that moment, I felt like a grown man, sipping the sudsy elixir with my dad watching sports on the tv screen.
That was a one time event though, and it wasnt until my teen years when I realized the magical effects beer can have at social functions. I became enamored immediately with the level of fun that can be had while drinking what I also had confessed was the most refreshing drink in existence.
After years of experimenting with every drink available to me, I have found my tastes and preferences have matured. Still, more so than ever I am driven by the quest to find the ultimate beverage. Though I know there is no such thing I am always trying something new to find my favorites. I enjoy variety, and also believe the only way to discover truly what you enjoy the most is by trying everything you can. Not only do you learn about the various styles and flavors associated with the many kinds of beer, but you also learn what you like as well as what perhaps you are not particularly fond of. There is a time and a mood for just about any style of beer crafted today, and the more you experience the better you are prepared to suit your own tastes.
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Name: Scaldis
Brewery: Dubuisson
Overall Rating: A
Style: Belgian Quadrupel Ale
Serving Style: 8.48oz Bottle
ABV: 12%
Price: $3.99
Appearance: A hazy medium bronze tone emanates in the glass, covered with an active but not overbearing head with full but fleeting lacing.
Aroma: Full of ripe fruit and some hints of Belgian yeast, sweet malts, and perhaps toffee and a spicy alcoholic nose.
Flavor: Starts off smooth with some malts giving their sweetness, then builds into a full balanced flavor of fruit and spice, almost a cinnamon and toffee touch is noted with stealthy hops only serving to balance these qualities with mild bitterness. The finish is warm and soothing from the alcohol and remarkably smooth for such a strong ale.
Body: The carbonation is second to none in this beverage in regards to mouthfeel as it quickly coats your entire palate then dissipates as you savor. A full rich drink with a surprising smooth finish for such high abv.
Enjoyability: I am highly impressed by its complex flavors and smooth, balanced characteristics, especially for a Quadrupel. This beer is very drinkable for anyone who appreciates a higher abv brew. And while its up there at 12%, the full Belgian craftsmanship and quality shines through all the way from start to finish.
Note: this bottle is microscopic so make sure you pick up a few extras for yourself.
Another take: Advocates of Brewdom
Tags: beer review, belgian, quadrupel, strong
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