April 5, 2014

71/1052) Monk's Kettle, Etobicoke:  Ten Bitter Tangerines by Black Oak of Toronto:  **;  on cask;   tiny pieces of pulp give a cloudy appearance;  the nose is very strong fruity tangerine with a distinct hop edge;  opens with fresh tangerine which lingers until a bitter hop finish;

72/1053) Monk's Kettle, Etobicoke:  The Mayor's Craic by Oat House of Ontario:  **;  a dry Irish stout;   mocha nose; rich mocha flavours, more chocolate than coffee;  crisp, short finish;  I thought I detected a touch of (cigarette) smoke;