30 Jan 2009
Westmalle Dubbel
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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: Dubbel
Brewery: Westmalle
Overall Rating: A-
Style: Trappist Dubbel
Serving Style: 11.2 oz Bottle
ABV: 7%
Price: $5.99
Appearance: Not too clear, not too murky, medium brown tone with a huge creamy head upon the top. Carbonation continues to rise as the head retains its powers with a sticky lacing around the rim of the glass. Very enticing appearance overall, I’m getting thirsty looking at it.
Aroma: The scents of malts and spices rise to the nose pleasantly, a dash biscuity and perhaps hint of fruit way off in the distance.
Flavor: Full and smooth, with nicely balanced malts, some light spice and fruitiness to bring it all together, and the thick head making for a creamy touch. A classic Belgian Dubbel for sure, flavorful but not over the top by any means. Delicious.
Body: Carbonation and full body add to the experience of flavors in this Dubbel.
Enjoyability: Its hard to complain about any qualities in this exquisitely crafted beverage. Flavorful, balanced, and fully carbonated yet mellow makes this one a brew you can just keep on drinking. I would recommend this brew to people that enjoy a fine Belgian or would even use it as a means to help others acquire a taste for fine Belgian brewed beer.
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Tags: beer review, belgian, dubbel, trappist, westmalle
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