AleSmith Horny Devil 3.64 592

AleSmith Horny Devil

	Percentile
	94
	overall

Brewed by AleSmith Brewing Company
Style: Belgian Strong Ale
San Diego, California USA

bottled
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on tap
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Ratings	Average	Score	ABV	Style Pctl	Serve in
592	3.65/5.0	3.64/5.0	11%	84.2	Trappist glass, Tulip, Tumbler

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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tramp55555 (44), Lisbon, Ohio, USA

4.9	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.9	10/10	5/5	10/10	5/5	19/20

Nov 8, 2006

Second best beer I’ve ever had (only Trappistes Rochefort 10 beats this). This truely is ’little drops of heaven. And it’s made in the good old USA! Who says American beer is no good? Make them drink this!

Dansting (222), Overland Park, Kansas, USA

4.7	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.7	10/10	4/5	9/10	5/5	19/20

Jul 21, 2007

Bottle. Poured a cloudy amber color with no head or lacing. Amazing aroma of coriander, apricot, and maybe a little citrus to it. Excellent full mouthfeel. Complex flavor. Definite coriander start, with a strong alcohol taste to it as well. Finish is almost peach-like. A great offering from Alesmith.

bethmatt0421 (321), Covington, Kentucky, USA

4.7	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.7	10/10	4/5	10/10	4/5	19/20

Nov 20, 2005 Updated: Sep 30, 2006

Sugary sweet, lightly malty, light bodied.An amazing belgian ale. Hands down greatness of the style.

TheBeerLover (1019), DC Metro Area, USA

4.6	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.6	8/10	4/5	9/10	5/5	20/20

Feb 14, 2006

Sampled on draught. Excellent domestic example of Belgian Golden Strong Ale, ala Duvel. Pours to a slightly hazy, deep golden color with a thick, and creamy, white head, and a good bit of carbonation. The nose on this beer is very well done, with good aromas of pale malt, and peppery alcohol. The palate is firm, with more good pale malt flavor, and a nice back drop of corriander. Finishes with more good pale malt up front, then ends dry and peppery, with some alcohol heat. Great aperitif beer, and very food friendly. A nice foil to buttery or strong cheese, and a good match with beef, lamb, or game. A great beer, from a great CA brewery.

bfeldmann (1042), Wilmington, Delaware, USA

4.6	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.6	9/10	5/5	10/10	5/5	17/20

Jan 5, 2006

"MMMMM this one was awsome. Poured a cloudy orange color with a nice head on top. Had a spicy aroma to it. Could taste the candi suger and yeast. This beer also hid the alcohol very well. AM a huge fan of this beer."

fata2683 (932), Panama City, Florida, USA

4.6	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.6	10/10	4/5	9/10	4/5	19/20

Jul 21, 2009

bottle, pours deep gold, white frothy white head. Corriander and light candy sugar nose that is powerfull and does not stop smelling amazing. White grape flavor with some maltyness and spice in the finish with a little bit of heat. A beautiful beer full of character.

beerguy101 (3972), Newark, California, USA

4.5	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.5	9/10	5/5	9/10	5/5	17/20

Mar 9, 2003

2000 Version.Medium orange color. Medium head. Aroma is coriander, orange and malt. VERY Smooth. Coriander and orange flavor. Nicely balanced. Creamy smooth sweetness. Very tasty and fruity. Amazingly smooth. Hides the alcohol very well. Nice beer. Ages very well. Mouthfeel is full and round. Finish is clean and smooth. Aftertaste is slightly sweet. YUMMY beer.

Angeloregon (2036), Portland, Oregon, USA

4.5	Aroma	Appearance	Flavor	Palate	Overall
4.5	9/10	5/5	9/10	5/5	17/20

May 6, 2008

Tasted at AleSmith in San Diego, CA--Hazy, bright light mustard/golden hue with big white head. big soapy, nutty, bubblegum, candy, fruit, banana, clove, spice nose. Finished smooth with a mild booze presence. Quite delicious and complex.

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