Ommegang Nitro Three Philosophers Quadrupel Ale.
9.7 % ABV, Brewery Ommegang, Cooperstown, NY.
I’ve had Three Philosophers before, beginning back in 2011, and in many variations. But now, it’s Nitro? Is that good? Let’s find out.
Burgundy hue, fine cream-colored head.
In the nose: Cherry’s hitting first, with Belgium malt joining in. Rich, caramel and toffee. Extraordinarily enticing.
In the mouth: malty, smooth, creamy. Low carbonation, low bitterness. Exceptionally flavorful. Berries and cherries mix with dark fruits and sweet malts. High alcohol creeps to the fore. It’s all coming together now.
There’s not as much Kriek in here as there is the Quad, and I like that just fine.
Rich and complex, this tour de force blends quadruple ale and authentic Belgian kriek, with its malty depth and gentle sweetness. Enjoy the mesmerizing pour with its smooth cascade of bubbles that lends a lustrous creaminess to enhance the touch of cherry—the perfect beer for leisurely sipping and quiet contemplation.
Malt: Two-row barley, caramel malt, amber malt, Munich-20, extra special cara-20Hops: Styrian Goldings, Spalter Select
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