Cuvee Series Two (Oak Aged Series)
Overall not as impressed as with Series One. A: Nice reddish-brown color. Not a big head and not one that lasts or leaves any lacing. Can tell it's a nice strong beer because there is a long lasting film left on the glass from each swirl. S: Strong in alcohol, almost dominating and burns the nose when taking a sip a little. There is a nice fruity undertones. What really brings the nose together is the nice vanilla creme pastry. That's really it's saving grace, the sweetness to the nose. T: Strong alcohol taste up front. Smoothed out a bit at the end by a tarty fruit and then a hint of vanilla extract. Very slight hint of the oak barrel used. M: Full bodied beer that glides easily to the back of your mouth. Not really any carbonation to slow it down and it does leave a trail. D: I think it might go well as an after dinner sipper, but not something to enjoy a full glass of.