September 27, 2005 - #80 of 365

Brewer: Gale’s (Hampshire, England)
Beer: Millennium Brew
Style: English Strong Ale
abv: 10%

Background: Bottle from Mike’s. Brewed in 1997 to be ready for the millennium.

Appearance: Amber with no head.

Aroma: Very vinous, with some sweet toffee.

Flavor: Tastes like a 2000 Chateauneuf-du-Papes (fairly highly-rated wine) I had recently, with a little vinegar in the background (on account of the age).

Notes: As far as beer goes, it’s fourth, even fifth, rate. But it’s an excellent wine. Definitely a very unique beer.

Rating: 3.2 out of 5