Okay kiddies I have a treat for you this week. This week's beer is Dogfish Head Raison D'Extra.
This is one serious beer. I had one of these babies Saturday night at Monk's cafe and I still taste it. It's a Belgian style strong ale. It rocks in at 18% ABV! It falls somewhere between a beer and a brandy and is a great way to end a night.
It pours a hazy rust brown and the aroma whacks you in the face from the get go. It's all caramel, dates, port and and smells rich and creamy. The head dissipates almost immediately and is more fizzy than creamy, but then, you taste it.
Velvet smooth, lively carbonation, it should be enjoyed room temperature to let the flavors really sing. Molasses, spice, cinnamon, burnt sugar and dried dates are just a few flavors you can pick out. This is a sipping beer all the way.
I recommend enjoying it with illegal Cuban cigars.
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