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Thursday, November 29, 2012

25. Ommegang Abbey Ale


I ended up picking up the Ommegang Abbey Ale from Lowes Foods.  Not part of the build-a-six-pack, but just an interesting brew that I wanted to try.  Basically, I noticed that they had the 750 mL bottles available for a hefty price, and I could sample a smaller version for cheaper.  I picked it up, like the cheapskate I am.  

When I saw Ommegang (http://www.ommegang.com), I thought I was getting some import from Belgium.  Wrong.  They're based out of New York.  Cooperstown of all places (Baseball hall of fame for those of you that don't care about sports).  I didn't expect that it was a US brew, but I'm not complaining either.

What I found was a tremendously tasty beer.  8.5% ABV, but you wouldn't know it while you're drinking it. I didn't get a boozy taste while drinking it.  I never had a dubbel before, but I tasted this beer and simply went "wow".  Then I took the time to savor every last drop.  This beer is a winner, and one that I would definitely have again.

Grade: B+
Price Paid: $3.30 (12 oz bottle)

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