 trevor211 (518), Seattle, Washington, USA
| 3.9 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 3/5 | 8/10 | 4/5 | 16/20 |
Jan 22, 2009 I become more impressed with Gouden Carolus beers every time I pop one open. They’re never superb, but they’re always very tasty, and they have a liveliness that is just great. This one is no exception. I don’t get a ton of hops out of it, though. Pours like a champagne - a *huge* head, even with a slow pour - though it dissipates quickly. Very light golden color. Apple cider (Martinelli’s) and pear in the aroma, along with some hops and a honey sweetness. The hops come through more powerfully in the flavor, which presents a bitterness to counter what is otherwise a very sweet beer. Well-balanced, effervescent... this one would be great to celebrate an occasion on a budget, as it’s really very much like champagne. Good stuff!
durhambeer (1223), Durham, USA
| 3.9 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 4/5 | 8/10 | 4/5 | 16/20 |
Oct 13, 2008 Bottle from Sam’s at a solid $6.99. Muddy bright golden pour with thick white head. Lovely to behold. Hops, citrus, and yeast on the nose. Great body and similar tastes as smells with an added spiciness and crisp bitter hop finish. Very good.
mirjukka (704), LOHJA, Finland
| 3.9 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 4/5 | 9/10 | 3/5 | 15/20 |
Jul 17, 2008 bottle 330ml at Gallows Bird 5,9€ 100708
Color: light yellow, very thick head and lace
Taste: My first thought was bit Duvelish. But I haven’t rated it here yet.. There is hidden after kick of hops bit citrus and perfume like. Very nice indeed
Travlr (771), Washington, Washington DC, USA
| 3.9 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 4/5 | 8/10 | 4/5 | 15/20 |
Nov 28, 2008 On tap at the Kulminator, and bottled at Granville Moore’s. A well-hopped, bitter and refreshing beer with faint hints of citrus. Nice one. Better on tap.
Elwood (677), Leesburg, Virginia, USA
| 3.9 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 4/5 | 8/10 | 4/5 | 15/20 |
Mar 21, 2009 750 ml corked bottle. Beautiful hazy golden color with a huge fluffy white head. Banana, yeast, and lemon aromas. Champagne like carbonation and a very light mouthfeel. Alcohol, biscuit, yeast, candy, and fruit in the palate. Finish is a lingering hop bitterness. This is a great beer that has many layers of flavor. Highly drinkable. I am not giving up my Duvel, but this is a good beer!
beerinmarch (2829), Washington, USA
| 3.9 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 7/10 | 4/5 | 8/10 | 4/5 | 16/20 |
Jan 13, 2009 From the bottle pours a soft gold, great clarity with a tall small bubbled white head. Dry and crisp with a soft fruity finish. Hops provide a soft bitterness, hints of citrus pair nicely against the yeast esters. Great balance and oh so drinkable.
JanEric (200), Meppel, Netherlands
| 3.9 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 4/5 | 7/10 | 4/5 | 16/20 |
Aug 9, 2009 Bottle.Big white head in the glass, remaining long. Fruity aroma, like apple and orange peels. Hoppy in the nose. tastes fresh, with lots o carbonization, a hoppy bitterness, and a long finish.
pompelmoes (69), Belgium
| 3.9 | Aroma | Appearance | Flavor | Palate | Overall | | 8/10 | 5/5 | 7/10 | 4/5 | 15/20 |
Nov 26, 2009 Hazygolden colour with big white head on top. Soft aroma of cake and bread, some yeast and a fine kick of floral hops. Taste is mild, with some touches pepper, yeast and refined hops.
|
Statistics
Find This Beer (Want/Have)