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AleSmith Horny Devil

AleSmith Horny Devil

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A Belgian Strong Ale brewed by
AleSmith Brewing Company

San Diego, California USA

bottled
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5003.64/5.03.64/5.010%78.9Trappist glass, Tulip, Tumbler P  Stats

Commercial Description:
Horny Devil (formerly known as Belgian Strong Ale) is inspired by the curious beers produced by Trappist monks in monasteries across Belgium. The beer's dryness and strength are the result of a unique Trappist yeast strain in a warm fermentation. These attributes are subtly masked by the restrained use of premium low-alpha hop varieties. The malt flavors and fruity esters produced during fermentation create the initial impression, while authentic Belgian Candi sugar and fresh coriander add complexity to the palate. Appearance: Bright amber color, nearly orange, and good head formation and retention when properly served. Appealing Brussels lace. Flavor: Intriguingly complex. Starts with flavors of fresh coriander and characteristics of Trappist yeast, then fades to a nice, dry finish. Light on the palate but exploding with flavor. Aroma: Vinous aroma with a heavy dose of coriander and fruity esters from the Trappist yeast. Mouthfeel (body/texture): Light-to-medium body, with warmth from the high alcohol content and a clean, dry finish.

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 jimmack (1214), Nutley, New Jersey, USA
3.8 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/104/57/104/515/20

Nov 1, 2005  
Devil’s Night At Mullman’s. 750ml. bottle shared by Dickinsonbeer. Hazy orange color with a small off white head. Spicy, yeasty aroma with lots of coriander and some citrus. Flavor is coriander, black pepper, yeast, citrus with a nice dry finish.

 nbutler11 (305), Phoenix, Arizona, USA
3.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
6/104/57/103/514/20
Dec 3, 2008  
Enjoyed this on tap at the brewery. A creamier version of Lil Devil with a higher presence of alcohol. Agressive, but a bit mild for my taste.


 DuffMan (2139), Calgary, Alberta, Canada
3.4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/103/57/103/514/20
Dec 2, 2008  
On tap at The Neighborhood in San Diego. Slightly hazy light amber, low off-white head. Boozy toffee and honey aroma, subtle spiciness. Sweet liquory toffee, an orange brandy essence, very smooth and warming. Sweet through the finish.


 GMCC2181 (504), Bear, Delaware, USA
4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/103/58/105/516/20
Nov 27, 2008  
Bottle shared by wolf. Light yellow in color followed by a nice head. Aroma of orange peels and some sweet candy. Taste has a just the right amount of blended spice, orange/coriander, and candy. Super smooth as all Alesmith beers are. Creamy light texture, dry, but easy to drink. I would of never guessed this beer to be even close to ten percent alcohol...Overall a great beer. Thanks again wolf!


 slimchill (694), Austin, Texas, USA
4 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/58/105/516/20
Nov 27, 2008  
Bottle. Piercing spicy-sour nose, buttery yeast underneath. Clear gold-amber with thin patchy head and nice lacing. Flavor is buttery and spicy. Very smooth yeasty sweet. Creamy palate, cherry and strawberry notes. Exceedingly smooth example of the style, reminiscent of a Duvel but especially clean. Top notch.


 fonefan (5547), Ulfborg, Denmark
3.3 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
6/103/57/103/514/20
Nov 20, 2008  
<b>Bottle 75cl.</b><br />Unclear medium yellow orange color with a average, frothy, good lacing, mostly lasting, white head. Aroma is light to moderate malty, caramel, toffee notes, fruity, moderate yeasty, coriander. Flavor is moderate sweet and light bitter with a average to long duration. Body is medium, texture is oily, carbonation is soft. &#40;050908&#41;



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