Sweet Tooth
Tallgrass Brewing Company
Story by:
Chris Guest
Belgian Dark Strong Ale
Seasonal
Kansas
United States
Judges Ratings 94
Aroma: 23 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10
Overall Impression: 18 / 20
Description
Taking our love of Belgian beers to the next level, we’re excited to announce the arrival of Sweet Tooth, a salted caramel Belgian Dark Strong Ale. Dark, complex and smooth, Sweet Tooth boasts rich, toasty caramel malt flavors with hints of dark fruit, spices and just a touch of salt. We like to think of it as a beer Willy Wonka would’ve made for the Oompa Loompas to enjoy after an 18-hour shift making everlasting gobstoppers.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 9.20%
IBUs: 30
Served at: ()
Hops: Perle, Willamette
Malts: Brewer’s Malt, Aromatic Munich 20, Victory, Caramel 80, Caramel 120, Carapils
Judges Review
By Graham L. Barron
Judges Ratings 94
Aroma: 23 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 38 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 9 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 18 / 20 / 20
This Belgian-style ale brewed with salted caramel and brown sugar pours into the glass a glowing red color with excellent clarity and a small, wispy, tan head with little retention. Belgian yeast character dominates the complex aroma. Fruit esters of fresh cut apples, pears, and cherries mix with a phenolic spiciness. Rich malt is not left out of the aroma either, with notes of dark fruits, sugar and caramel leading the charge. Flavor follows suit with the Belgian yeast again taking the front seat. The taste is fruity and spicy with a rounded caramel sweetness and a eucalyptus-type herbal quality. While the sugar is noticeable, the finish is surprisingly dry and bitterness levels are sufficiently high to prevent this beer from becoming cloying. The alcohol content becomes more evident as it warms. This fairly complex, warming, Belgian-inspired beer would be a great companion beside the fireplace in winter.
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