I've had this in my fridge for about a week and last night I couldn't wait any longer! It was corked, champagne style, and the label said it was suitable for cellaring to further develop the flavors of this Belgian style ale. Soooo...... I popped it open and poured it into my trusty tulip glass. It had a medium dense white head that faded not too quickly into a solid 1/8 inch which remained for the duration of the session, suggesting a silky mouth feel. It had a fantastic golden-orange-yellow color and gave up distinctly sweet aromas of bright tropical fruit. It was not overly carbonated with a honey-sweet background that finished very crisp and lingered nicely on the palate for some time. Despite it's full and complex flavor, this tripel managed to retain a perfectly light and balanced profile which, even with it's 9.0% ABV, makes this delicious version of a Belgian Ale, a perfect companion for a relaxing summer's evening, sitting on the porch, watching the cars go by.
Oh, and it's brewed in Portland Maine, so when you drink this you not only get a great local beer but you're supporting local business too! I give this guy an A+
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