Monday, January 22, 2024

De Glazen Toren Canaster Scotch Ale

 De Glazen Toren Canaster WinterScotch Ale. 


8.7% ABV, Brasserie de Glazen Toren, zeroed-Mere, Belgium. 

Opaque, dark brown, lasting tan head atop.

In the nose: cocoa and cream, cool and serene. All malt pleasures found here.

In the mouth: sweet and smooth. Mild hops, no bitterness, perfect balance. Getting richer and more plum-like as we delve further. Dark fruits, bakers cocoa, simply luscious. Full-body, complex, and completely wonderful. Nicely warming, as well. Good way to celebrate bring out of the zeroes. 

I haven’t had a Glazen Toren since I put four of them on tap at the Blue Nile twelve or so years ago. Now that they’re back and on the shelves, well, it’s a pity they’re expensive (paid $17 for this bottle) but worth it. 

Brown color with reddish hints, medium brown/white head.

Fruit hints of raisin and bananas.

Strong, dry dark ale.

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