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Unibroue 16

by Bret Skiba
(Las Vegas, NV)

Unibroue 16
Unibroue, QC, Canada
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As I had previously mentioned, I am on a kick of drinking Belgians lately, and thanks to Lee's Discount Liquor, I found the best I have ever had. And ironically it's from Canada!

Only brewed in 2007, "celebrating our 16th anniversary" according to the bottle, I had the privilege of consuming this beautifully aged beer just recently and was not even close to disappointed. Continues below

This Belgian-style ale starts off with a large yeasty, citrusy and spicy aroma which doesn't give way to the hop or malt overtones until you are half finished. Like a true Belgian should, it is spicy and sweet, refreshing and complex and a complete joy to drink.

There's a myriad of fruit flavors apparent, (citrus, stone and even tropical) as well as different spice profiles, (cinnamon, coriander, nutmeg, pepper) to name a few. As the flavors linger on the palate, the spiciness of the beer is completely evident and the bitterness of the hops combine to show the true complexity of a fine Belgian-style beer.

This is a magnificent beer and the strong flavors and aromas are a feast for the mouth and nose. Very appealing, refreshing and an excellent beer.