September 25, 2005 - #78 of 365

Brewer: Brasserie de l’Abbaye des Rocs (Montignies-sur-Roc, Belgium)
Beer: Triple Imperiale
Style: Belgian Strong Ale
abv: 10%

Background: Bottle from the Vintage Cellar.

Appearance: Pours dark brown with a one and a half-finger light head. There are none of the floaties of the Brune and Grand Cru.

Aroma: Coriander, plum, cola, and alcohol.

Flavor: Very sweet, with a plum and candy sugar beginning, nutty middle, and sweet, long-lasting finish.

Notes: Good. Thinner than other Abbaye des Rocs offerings, but very spritzy. Excellent autumn beer.

Rating: 4 out of 5