 jah noth (937), Rochester, New York, USA
Dec 1, 2003 I stopped by the brewery last Saturday, November 29th, and was pleasantly surprised to be one of the first ones to sample this beer. It pours a deep mahogany color with a nice fluffy head. The first thing you are greeted with is a blast of fresh hop flowers. Unexpected, but certainly welcome. The dominant flavors are roasted molasses with some sticky cherries, combined with a hop presence that is balanced and delicious. Finishes crisply. Alcohol is well hidden. I look forward to enjoying much of this fine brew. These guys are making some excellent beers, and this is at the top.
euserphriendly (159), Holland, Pennsylvania, USA
Feb 7, 2005 More of an IPA than an American Strong Ale. Really hoppy with a nice thick malt base to balance out the spiciness. Excellent!
Jvittorio4187 (255), Boardman, Ohio, USA
Feb 24, 2007 This is surprising. At first the hop taste is strong, but the finish you get a jolt of spice at the end that lingers.
jlf278 (211), Hoboken, New Jersey, USA
Oct 30, 2007 12 oz. bottle Aroma of mushrooms and molasses. Looks appetizing, head sticks around for a while, molasses color. Tastes really wonderful, starts with toffee then lots of nutty wood, maybe cedar, finishing with black coffee. Good bitterness that really lasts. Something like cinnamon and nutmeg resonating deep within that permeates and couples well with the lasting bitter flavors. Palate is rich and creamy, medium-full body. Best Winter Ale I’ve had, and that’s a competitive arena.
rudolf (1547), Buffalo, New York, USA
Dec 23, 2003 Malty/hoppy nose, more grass than floral. Nice head - large bubbles and pretty stable. Nice transparent deep tan in color. Deeply hopped but not overpoweringly so. This brewery keeps wowing me.
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