Duvel - Brouwerij Duvel Moortgat NV

cbarrett4

Oregon

4.9/5  rDev +14.2%
look: 5 | smell: 5 | taste: 5 | feel: 5 | overall: 4.5

There is a reason I keep 8+ bottles at all times and have a stash of matching Duvel glasses. This is the standard by which all Belgian strong golden ales are measured. I only rated the beer this highly because nothing else I have tasted comes close.

The color is perfectly golden with a thick mousse, you could put it on pie instead of whipped cream it's so thick! When it finally fades it leaves a gorgeous lace. Once the beer warms a touch, it begins to express itself magically. The nose is rich with the sourness that all Belgian golden ales seem to have (from their yeast I bet!), also are hints of banana, clove, hay, and hints of white pepper and other spices. The palate explodes with banana, white fruits, spice, and grass. Very rich. The texture is rich with great balance of flavor, alcohol, and bitterness. So rich yet so smooth, this beer is perfect.

Perfection!

Serving type: bottle

12-30-2009 22:40:17 | More by cbarrett4

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