Another year comes to an end. Much to be happy about in our household however. Our Daughter is in Belgium visiting from the US for almost two weeks, which is providing me with some much needed family time. She is also doing really well at University which is all any parent can ask for. Our new life in Belgium has settled in and we are now through all of the associated immigration issues. And the new job seems to be going really well and is very interesting. So all in all, much to be thankful for.
So in a celebratory mood, I purchased a Deus, Brut des Flanders. Bottled in a champagne bottle, this is really a very interesting and festive beer. It is a very pale golden color with a fine head. As you approach the glass there is a distinct spicy scent with clove and ginger. The flavor is very complex with notes of spice and citrus. At 11.5% this is a very strong beer, but it does not drink like one. The flavor is crisp and clean and does not have the heavy alcohol bite one would expect from a beer at this level. Not a beer for every day, but it is festive and a good choice for New Years Eve. 4 Drunk Monks!
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