Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Gouden Carolus Hopsinjoor (8% ABV)

I should say up front that with four types of hop, and being unfiltered and bottle-conditioned, I could have predicted that this beer was going to score highly on the R&A Likeometer before it even got out of the bottle.

I wasn't to be disappointed.

An appealingly full head from a straight pour reveals a golden haze with a full, enduring head and persistent lacing. As the lemon pith and apple storeroom nose subsides, the riotous hops begin their revels. There is so much going on in the glass for hop lovers by this point, it's hard to know where one's taste buds should turn next. Many more tastings will be required before I get any further than that, frankly.

The mouth-wateringly dry finish leaves you ready for another sip. A lovely brew.

93

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