The Ale
Dragonmead Final Absolution Trippel Ale
Belgian Style Tripple Ale
Dragonmead Microbrewery
Warren, Michigan, USA
8.5% abv
Appearance: hazy golden body with a one finger white head;
if it pours clear then you did not get the sediment off the bottom of the
bottle.
Aroma: mild earthy yeast, very fruity, light Belgian spice, sweet
Flavors: fruity – white grape, banana, pear, apple and a touch of
orange peel; sweet; tasty Belgian style yeast; light clove; mild floral hops
Mouthfeel: mild-moderate; sweet candied fruit, light tart
feel, floral, smooth, very low carbonation, the alcohol does not come into play
here on the taste so be careful
To the Point: a pretty good Trippel; a solid representation
of this style; it is worthy to purchase
The Cigar
Ave Maria St. George Belicoso
Wrapper: Ecuadorian Habano Sun-grown
Binder/Fillers: Honduran and Nicaraguan
Size: 6x54
Taste Profile: moderate oak and light soil notes off the
light; as the smoke continues the oak style is still present with a swirl of
sweet tobacco, touch of soil and light spice.
This Belicoso size does not seem to have the body of the Robusto
size. The Robusto came across as
medium-full to me and this might be medium during this pairing.
The Pairing
The dusting of white pepper spice of the cigar brings out a
little spice in the ale. The sweet
fruity style of the ale helps to bring out the sweet tobacco note of the cigar.
Nice interplay. I think
a stronger cigar my overpower this tasty ale.
