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# Beer Origin Style Score Date
2251 Tuborg Guld (Tuborg Premium Lager) Denmark Lager 2.2

Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 3 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 3 | Overall: 3

330ml bottle <br> 5.50% ABV <br> Milton LCBO Outlet #1 (Milton, Ontario, Canada)<br> May 12, 2008 <br> The beer pours a transparent pale gold with a white bubbly head, and a lot of effervescence. The aroma is sickly grainy malt, with a touch of hops. The mouthfeel is medium bodied and well carbonated. The flavour is very grassy with little else to please the tongue.

May 12, 2008
11:29:12 AM
2252 Tusker Lager Kenya Pale Lager 2.2

Aroma: 4 | Appearance: 5 | Mouthfeel: 5 | Flavor: 4 | Overall: 4

September 13, 2007<br> Smokeless Joe’s (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 125 John Street)<br> 500ml bottle<br> 4.20% ABV <br> Bottled On: Unknown<br> $9.45<br> The beer pours a translucent gold with a thin white head. The aroma is grainy with a hint of malt and some yeast. The mouthfeel is thin with high carbonation. The taste is grassy as with a lot of macro style lagers

Nov 12, 2024
01:16:43 PM
2253 Twelve Barrel Rockpoint Canadian Lager Canada Lager 2.7

Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 6 | Mouthfeel: 5 | Flavor: 5 | Overall: 5

473ml can &#60;br&#62; 4.5&#37; ABV&#60;br&#62; Canned On: &#60;br&#62; LCBO #457 &#40;Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Yonge &#47; Eglinton&#41;&#60;br&#62; June 3, 2019&#60;br&#62; &#36;2.65&#60;br&#62; The beer pours a slightly hazed medium gold colour with a thin white film for a head. Effervescence is average. The aroma is grains, light hops, light burnt wood, and yeast. The mouthfeel is thin to medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is very weak. Thre are some sweet malt notes up front, but the beer seems very watery flavour wise. There are weak hints that this has had contact with wooden barrel staves, but very weak at best.

Jun 3, 2019
11:55:03 PM
2254 Two Loons Brewing Two Loons IPA Canada IPA 3.5

Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7

April 23, 2023<br> LCBO Outlet #483B (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Royal Bank Plaza)<br> 473ml can <br> 6.3% ABV <br> Canned On: Unknown<br> $3.95<br> The beer pours a hazed golden colour with a bubbly white head. The aroma was grains, light citrus, and floral hops. The mouthfeel was medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour was grains, citrus, and the finish was lightly bitter.

May 21, 2023
09:59:48 PM
2255 Tyskie Gronie Poland Bohemian / Czech Pilsener 2.8

Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 4 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 6 | Overall: 5

500ml bottle <br> 5.5% ABV <br> Milton LCBO Outlet #1 (Milton, Ontario, Canada)<br> September 5, 2008 <br> The beer poured a translucent medium gold colour with a thin white head that quickly reduced to a ring. The aroma was primarily grainy malt with a thin hopy wisp. The mouthfeel was thin bodied, highly carbonated, yet not watery. The flavour was grassy with some 'burnt' bitterness on the sides of the tongue.

Sep 5, 2008
12:44:05 PM
2256 Uerige Alt Germany Altbier 3.6

Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7

December 22, 2019<br> LCBO Outlet #0457 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada - Yonge / Eglinton)<br> 330ml bottle <br> 4.70% ABV <br> Best Before: August 31, 2020<br> $3.95<br> As this pours out of the bottle into the glass, it does not smell very good. It pours a translucent dark brown colour with a huge bubbly light brown head which lasts. The aroma is caramel, roasted malt, weak dark fruit notes, and floral hops. The mouthfeel is thin to medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is caramel, roasted malt, yeast, burnt wood, with an oily bitter hop finish.

Apr 13, 2022
02:53:49 PM
2257 Unibroue 17 Grande Reserve Canada Belgian Strong Ale 4.2

Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8

November 5, 2011 <br> LCBO Outlet #255 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Main / Bronte)<br> 2011 Vintage <br> 750ml bottle <br> 10.0% ABV <br> $9.95<br> The beer poured a translucent dark reddish brown (when held to the light) with a thin tan head. The aroma was wood, dark fruits, yeast, and sweet malt. The mouthfeel was medium bodied with medium carbonation. The flavour is smoked wood, plums, yeast, and caramel. Alcohol was not noticeable in taste.

Apr 16, 2022
02:36:57 PM
2258 Unibroue À Tout Le Monde (Megadeth) Canada Saison 3.8

Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 6 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8

September 13, 2019<br> Beerbistro, The (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 18 King Street East)<br> 300ml draught 4.5% ABV $5.31<br> The beer poured a hazed light golden brown with a creamy white head which lasted several minutes. The aroma was the unmistakeable Unibroue yeast, light grass, some mild spiciness, and tropical fruit. The mouthfeel was medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour was dominated by the yeast and tropical fruit. There were also some definite honey notes.

Apr 16, 2022
02:40:54 PM
2259 Unibroue Blanche de Chambly Canada Witbier 4.2

Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 9 | Overall: 8

September 5, 2008 <br> LCBO Outlet #255 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Main / Bronte)<br> 750ml bottle <BR> 5.0% ABV <br> $5.00<br> The beer poured a hazy golden colour, with ample effervescence, and a white head. The aroma was wheat malt, with citrusy tones. The mouthfeel was medium bodied, and mildy carbonated. The flavour was wheat, sweet fruit tones such as pear, and a little bit of the famed Unibroue yeast flavour.

Apr 16, 2022
02:42:27 PM
2260 Unibroue Don De Dieu Canada Abbey Tripel 4.3

Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 9 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8

May 27, 2015 <br> LCBO Outlet #010 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Summerhill) 750ml bottle <br> 9.0% ABV <br> $6.95 <br> The beer pours a hazed metallic gold colour with a thick white head that quickly disappears. The aroma is yeast, honey, light fruits, and grain. The mouthfeel is full bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is light fruits, yeast, grains, and citrus.

Apr 16, 2022
02:43:41 PM
2261 Unibroue L'Éphémère Cerises (Unibroue L'Éphémère Cherry) Canada Fruit Beer 3.6

Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7

August 16, 2013 <br> LCBO Outlet #217 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Queen’s Quay)<br> 750ml bottle <br> 5.5% ABV <br> $6.95<br> The beer pours a hazed cherry-red hued gold, which a long lasting white head and plenty of effervescence.. Aroma is tart cherries, yeast, and funk. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with above average carbonation. Flavour is cherry, yeast, and barnyard notes.

Apr 16, 2022
02:52:51 PM
2262 Unibroue La Fin du Monde Canada Abbey Tripel 4.4

Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 9 | Overall: 9

December 21, 2007<br> Smokeless Joe’s (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 125 John Street)<br> 341ml bottle<br> 9.00% ABV <br> Bottled On: Unknown<br> $7.95<br> The beer pours a murky golden brown with a generous white head. The aroma is a combination of malt and plums. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with high carbonation. The favour is spicy, malty, and slightly bitter.

Nov 13, 2024
10:24:44 PM
2263 Unibroue La Résolution Canada Spiced Beer 4.3

Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 10 | Overall: 8

November 29, 2014 <br> LCBO Outlet #217 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Queen’s Quay) 750ml bottle <br> 10% ABV <br> $8.95<br> The beer pours a slightly hazed brownish-red with a thick creamy tan coloured cap. The aroma is dark malt, plums, molasses, brown sugar, and yeast. The mouthfeel is medium to full bodied with above average carbonation. The flavour is nutmeg/cinnamon, roasted malt, plums, yeast, and caramel. Love the flavour!

Apr 16, 2022
02:48:52 PM
2264 Unibroue La Terrible Canada Belgian Strong Ale 4.6

Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 9 | Flavor: 10 | Overall: 9

July 11, 2012<br> Bar Volo (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 587 Yonge Street)<br> 750ml bottle <br> 10.5% ABV <br> I shared a bottle of this with fellow BeerPal Sassy. The beer poured a coca-cola brown colour with a thin tan creamy head into the Unibroue tulip. The aroma was dark fruit, molasses, roasted malt, and sugar. The mouthfeel was full bodied with medium carbonation. The flavour was blackberries, molasses, some applish and anise notes. Alcohol was completely hidden. A great beer.

Apr 16, 2022
02:47:37 PM
2265 Unibroue Maudite Canada Belgian Strong Ale 4.5

Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 9 | Flavor: 9 | Overall: 9

August 30, 2017<br> The Beerbistro (Toronto, Ontario, Canada - 18 King Street East) <br> 350ml draught <br> 8.00% ABV<br> Bottled On: Unknown<br> $6.85<br> Beerpal Review #100. The beer was dark brown with a smallish white head. The aroma was a combination of malt and spice, possibly cloves. The mouthfeel was medium-bodied with some mild carbonation. The flavour was smooth and spicy with some malty hints.

Nov 12, 2024
12:08:13 PM
2266 Unibroue Raftman Canada Smoked Ale 3.8

Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8

May 11, 2012<br> Beerbistro, The (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 18 King Street East)<br> 350ml draught <br> 5.5% ABV <br> $7.30 <br> The beer poured a hazy dark peach colour with a bubbly white cap. The aroma was smoked wood, dark fruits, caramel and some floral hops. The mouthfeel was medium bodied, slightly creamy, and medium carbonation. The flavour was smoked wood, weak malty tones, light fruit notes, and a tart finish. Not a lot of bitterness.

Apr 16, 2022
02:59:16 PM
2267 Unibroue Seigneuriale Canada Belgian Strong Ale 4.1

Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8

July 2, 2013 <br> LCBO Outlet #483B (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Royal Bank Plaza)<br> 750ml bottle <br> 7.5% ABV <br> $6.95<br> The beer pours a slightly hazed brownish-red colour with a generous rocky tan coloured head. Aroma is yeast, dark fruits, caramel, and spices. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with average carbonation. Flavour is sweet malt, fruity, and yeast. A very good beer.

Apr 16, 2022
02:57:46 PM
2268 Unibroue Trois Pistoles Canada Belgian Strong Ale 4.6

Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 9 | Flavor: 10 | Overall: 9

January 17, 2008<br> Smokeless Joe’s (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 125 John Street)<br> 341ml bottle <br> 9.0% ABV <br> $7.95<br> I've been trying to get a hold of this for a while but it has been rather elusive. The beer poured a dark brown, with a thick creamy tan coloured head that lingered a few minutes. The aroma was sweet malt, some yeast, some dark fruit, and some spices. The mouthfeel was creamy, full-bodied, with high carbonation. The flavour was malty, sweet, yeasty...with a little licorice.

Apr 16, 2022
02:55:10 PM
2269 Upper Canada Lager Canada Lager 3.6

Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7

355ml bottle<br> 5.0% ABV Bottled On: Unknown<br> Boo Sports Bar, The (Guelph, Ontario, Canada – University of Guelph, University Centre) <br> February 1, 1993<br> $2.00<br> I first tried this before Sleemans bought them. After Sleemans bought them, I tried it again<br>. <br> This is a golden beer with a light head that is bubbly. The aroma is earthy with hints of grass and malt. The mouthfeel is crisp and slightly carbonated. The flavour is fuller than a lot of Canadian lagers and a full-bodied with hints of malt, grass, and yeast. A good beer experience. It tastes best when VERY cold.

Nov 10, 2024
04:05:16 PM
2270 Upstreet Craft Rhuby Social Canada Witbier 3.6

Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8

July 4, 2022<br> LCBO Outlet #010 (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Summerhill)<br> 473ml can <br> 5.0% ABV <br> Canned On: March 24, 2022<br> $4.15<br> The beer pours a highly effervescent hazed ruby colour with a weak off-white film for a head. The aroma is berries, bread, weak rhubarb, and light yeast. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is wheat, tart rhubarb, and light berry notes. There is not a lot of bitterness in the finish.

Sep 20, 2022
01:04:13 PM
2271 Ursus Premium Romania Bohemian / Czech Pilsener 2.6

Aroma: 4 | Appearance: 6 | Mouthfeel: 4 | Flavor: 6 | Overall: 6

August 23, 2008 <br> LCBO Outlet #255 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Main / Bronte)<br> 5.0% ABV <br> 500ml <br> $2.25<br> The beer poured a translucent gold colour with a generous white fluffy head, and excessive effervescence. The aroma was a pungent mix of grainy malt, hops, and skunk. The mouthfeel was medium bodied, and highly carbonated. The flavour is a nice balance between the hops and the malt, not as grainy as other European pilseners!

Apr 16, 2022
02:16:54 PM
2272 Urthel Hop-It Belgium Belgian Strong Ale 4.0

Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8

375ml draught <br> 9.5% ABV <br> I tried this beer on tap on May 7, 2009 at "Smokeless Joe's" in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. The beer was poured a beautiful translucent gold with a frothy white head about 1" thick. The aroma was sweet malt, hops, and some citrus. The mouthfeel was medium bodied with medium carbonation. The flavour was sweet malt, grapefruity hops, and a spicy bitterness. A very good beer.

May 7, 2009
11:28:07 PM
2273 Val-Dieu Grand Cru Belgium Belgian Strong Ale 4.7

Aroma: 10 | Appearance: 10 | Mouthfeel: 9 | Flavor: 9 | Overall: 9

750ml bottle <br> 10.5% ABV <br> Best Before: April 11, 2019<br> Main/Bronte LCBO Outlet (Milton, Ontario, Canada)<br> May 4, 2018<br> $9.00<br> The beer pours a translucent dark cherry red colour (when held against sunlight) with a generous dark tan coloured head which lasts. The aroma is Belgian yeast, some tart cherry notes, roasted malt, and burnt caramel. The mouthfeel is full bodied with above average carbonation. The flavour is sweet roasted malt, burnt caramel, some nutty notes, and yeast. This beer warms the stomach, which means it would have best been drank when I bought it as there was snow on the ground and currently it is 75 degrees.

May 4, 2018
12:00:00 PM
2274 Van Diest Fruli Strawberry Beer Belgium Fruit Beer 3.4

Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 5 | Flavor: 6 | Overall: 7

June 21, 2007 The Beerbistro (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) <br> 250ml bottle <br> 4.10% ABV <br> $5.90<br> The beer was poured by the waiter. It had a strong unmistakably strawberry aroma that captured me right away. It was a dark red in the glass. The mouthfeel was very champagne like. The taste was very good. A truly enjoyable beer.

Apr 12, 2024
06:56:03 PM
2275 Vancouver Island Sea Dog Amber Ale Canada Amber Ale 3.6

Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 7

September 24, 2013 <br> LCBO Outlet #483B (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Royal Bank Plaza)<br> 341ml bottle <br> 5.2% ABV <br> $2.24<br> The beer pours a translucent dark amber colour with a thin tad head. Aroma is sweet malt, molasses, and grains. Mouthfeel is medium bodied with average carbonation. The flavour is on the sweet malt with dark fruit, molasses, and grains.

Apr 16, 2022
02:05:40 PM