Brother David's Belgian-style Double Ale - Anderson Valley Brewing Company

joemcgrath27

Alberta (Canada)

3.84/5  rDev +5.5%
look: 3.75 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.75

A - clear but very dark ruby, thumb of head dissipated to a thin cover with minor lacing
S - big fruit notes of grape and cherry, some brown sugar and warm bread, light spice
T - fruitiness is almost red wine like, a mineral quality along with some grains, some toffee maltiness, light sour and spice finish, definitely unique for a dubbel
M - somewhat heavy with relatively light carbonation, sticky with just a touch of alcohol dryness, a little too heavy for the style
O - it is definitely unique for the style in all aspects, very reminiscent of a rich red wine, definitely tasty but some minor deductions relative to the style

Serving type: bottle

02-02-2013 02:58:38 | More by joemcgrath27

ChefBenhase

Georgia

4.5/5  rDev +23.6%

05-18-2013 19:07:08 | More by ChefBenhase

ralphw56

Nevada

3.75/5  rDev +3%

05-11-2013 14:38:00 | More by ralphw56

gtk1989

Illinois

4.5/5  rDev +23.6%

04-30-2013 04:31:13 | More by gtk1989

Muhly

Alberta (Canada)

3.8/5  rDev +4.4%
look: 3 | smell: 3.5 | taste: 4 | feel: 4 | overall: 3.75

Poured 650 mL bomber into rounded beer glass.

A-Dark brown with red and amber highlights. Minimal head and head retention. Lacing is present, but dissipates pretty quickly.

S-Loads of sweet roasted malts. Maybe just a hint of banana.

T-Very malt forward with some cloves, raisins and pepper-like phenols.

M-Moderately heavy on the tongue with a good amount of carbonation.

O-a perfectly acceptable, but non-wow inducing dubbel. I think it's good value for the price if nothing else, but there are always more exciting, enticing options where belgian beers are concerned.

Serving type: bottle

04-19-2013 04:20:00 | More by Muhly

AlkaholTester

Nevada

3/5  rDev -17.6%

04-12-2013 07:22:00 | More by AlkaholTester

iamshad

California

3.75/5  rDev +3%

04-09-2013 00:10:19 | More by iamshad

roywilliams

North Carolina

4/5  rDev +9.9%

04-05-2013 16:00:28 | More by roywilliams

Hex92

Virginia

4/5  rDev +9.9%

04-04-2013 02:27:14 | More by Hex92

wordemupg

Alberta (Canada)

3.75/5  rDev +3%
look: 3.25 | smell: 4 | taste: 3.75 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.75

650ml bomber poured into tulip 27/3/13

A clear reddish amber with a fair amount of bubbles but not much for head or lace just a short lived finger of tan foam

S brown sugar and brewers candy, some cola, spice I can't place, christmas cake, anise and a little booze, everything blends together quite well

T still pretty solid but not quite the harmony the nose had going for it, a little yeast and sweeter then the nose with slightly more booze, with some rum raisin

M medium bodied but it could use a few more bubbles, long nutty malty finish with just a little heat

O smells a highlight but nothing really sticks out good or bad, decent beer but no areas overly impressive

I doubt I'd buy another considering its 9$ for the bomber, one of those brews I don't feel ripped off but have no reason for a second

Serving type: bottle

03-28-2013 01:43:54 | More by wordemupg

chaint

California

3.5/5  rDev -3.8%

03-17-2013 16:49:02 | More by chaint

schnarr84

Alberta (Canada)

4.5/5  rDev +23.6%

03-07-2013 05:06:24 | More by schnarr84

twelveinches

Washington

3.75/5  rDev +3%

02-27-2013 06:49:06 | More by twelveinches

ste5venla

California

3.5/5  rDev -3.8%

02-21-2013 08:23:49 | More by ste5venla

Cyberkedi

Georgia

4.28/5  rDev +17.6%
look: 4 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4.5 | feel: 4.5 | overall: 4.25

Strong aroma has earthy, malty and caramel notes with a hint of hops. It pours a dark coppery brown with a thick and rather persistent light tan head that leaves minimal lacing. Scrumptious flavor has caramel, malty, nutty, earthy and subtle maple syrup notes - not too sweet, very slightly hoppy. Rich texture has plenty of tingle and fizz, smooth yet lively - very satisfying. An excellent party to Brother David’s Tripel.

Serving type: bottle

02-17-2013 00:58:09 | More by Cyberkedi

imperialking

Illinois

3.5/5  rDev -3.8%

02-13-2013 17:04:39 | More by imperialking

Thunder

Georgia

2.75/5  rDev -24.5%

02-08-2013 23:25:12 | More by Thunder

andysk

Washington

3.75/5  rDev +3%

02-04-2013 03:57:40 | More by andysk

jsanford

Georgia

3.25/5  rDev -10.7%

01-30-2013 02:44:11 | More by jsanford

DmanGTR

New York

4.25/5  rDev +16.8%

01-28-2013 17:30:47 | More by DmanGTR

Fatehunter

Oregon

3.83/5  rDev +5.2%
look: 3.5 | smell: 3.75 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.75

One finger of head on a dark copper colored body.
The aroma is caramel, candy and bread.
The taste is moderately malty sweet and balanced nicely with an underlying bitterness. Plum and dense wheat bread too.
The texture is smooth with moderate carbonation and heavy body.
I like it. A solid dubbel style ale.

Serving type: bottle

01-22-2013 02:41:46 | More by Fatehunter

aztraz

Sweden

3.75/5  rDev +3%

01-11-2013 23:31:54 | More by aztraz

Ralphs66

New York

3.75/5  rDev +3%

11-29-2012 10:43:05 | More by Ralphs66

crob3888

California

4.25/5  rDev +16.8%

11-29-2012 02:15:36 | More by crob3888

leprechaunandfatman

Illinois

3.5/5  rDev -3.8%

11-11-2012 21:47:00 | More by leprechaunandfatman