May 26, 2012

83/483)  C'est What:  Kilty Bastard by Hogsback Brewery of Ontario:  *1/2;  not as sweet as a typical Scotch Ale;  here, the sweetness is largely confined to the malty nose;  still, nice to sip mid-way through Doors Open weekend in Toronto;

84/484)  Home:  Gulden Draak by Brouwerij van Steenberge of Belgium:  **1/2;  translates as Golden Dragon;  named for golden statue at top of belfry in Ghent;  striking white bottle;  10.5% - Belgians can do a strong beer, there's no disputing that;  pours dark red;  sugary toffee nose with a hint of alcohol;  complex tastes of burnt sugar, dried fruit, cherries, brandy;