Destihl Brewery Abbey's Single Ale, Belgian-style abbey single ale. "Support Flavor, Boycott Bland." Brewed and canned by Destihl Brewery, Bloomington, IL. Alc 4.9%. IBU:22.
Clouded, bright yellow appearance, slim, fizzy, soon-gone head.
Aroma: slightly sour and citric, a little floral. Lemony.
Taste: Malty flavor fills the mouth, with a slight hoppy buzz accompanying, and an unique Belgian yeast character for added effect. Citrus and spice play on the palate, but the flavor overall lays low. Tangy stuff, light and refreshing.
I had this on tap months ago, and wasn't impressed. From this can, I like it a little more, but only a little. Maybe it's too light bodied for me? Perhaps it needs more of more, or something?
I'm going to read the can label for more information…"A Belgian-style abbey single ale crafted like those that Trappist monks brew for their own session beer. It's light bodied, light in color with spicy phenolics and complex fruity esters of cherries, nectarines, peaches and bubblegum with a characteristic slightly tart and dry finish from the Belgian yeast. Cheers."
Well, I couldn't find all those fruit flavors, and the bubblegum, one of the most overused flavor descriptors I can think of, is a stretch. I don't have enough time to keep searching until I find them.
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