Stone Brewing Co.
American Strong Ale
7.2% ABV
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12 oz bottle with a freshness date of November 02, 2010 poured into a New Belgium snifter on October 24, 2010.
Appearance 5/5
Slightly hazy, perhaps because of chill haze; dark rusty, copper brown, with a big tan head, with excellent retention and lacing.
Aroma 4/5
Piney hops, browned sugar, wood.
Taste 4/5
Starts sweet and caramelly with some wood and progresses towards a firm, deep, bitterness, and further towards a long, bitter, medium-dry finish.
Mouthfeel 5/5
Medium body, and appropriate carbonation.
Drinkability 5/5
Full of flavor, and yet not too high on the ABV; I would take Stone's bastards any day over mediocre barleywines. Not too oaky or woody, but still very good. I have rated this exactly same as regular Arrogant Bastard. If I went looking for woody flavors, I would seek Dogfish Head's Palo Santo Marron.
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