Beer Reviews by CYRENAICA
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2251 | Black Sheep Riggwelter | United Kingdom | English Strong Ale | 3.8
Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7 500ml bottle <br> 5.7% ABV <br> Main/Bronte LCBO Outlet (Milton, Ontario, Canada) <br> February 11, 2008 <br> $3.05<br> The beer poured a translucent reddish brown into the glass with a thick, creamy, off-white head that lingered. The aroma is primarily malt with a little skunkiness. The mouthfeel was full-bodied, creamy, with some carbonation. The flavour is also malty, very English. |
Feb 11, 2008 10:55:11 AM |
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2252 | Big Rock Warthog Ale | Canada | Brown Ale | 2.3
Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 5 | Mouthfeel: 4 | Flavor: 4 | Overall: 4 341ml bottle <br> 4.5% ABV <br> Smokeless Joe (Toronto, Ontario, Canada) <br> January 31, 2008 <br> $6.10<br> The beer poured a reddish-brown colour with a thin whitish head. The aroma was stale malt with a little bit of hops. The mouthfeel was medium-thin with high carbonation. The taste was grainy with no detectable hops or malt. |
Jan 31, 2008 06:27:31 PM |
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2253 | Thomas Hardys Ale (Vintage 2003 and later) | United Kingdom | English Barleywine | 3.1
Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 4 | Overall: 5 2006 Vintage <br> 250ml <br> 13.3% <br> I tried this beer on January 31, 2008 at "Smokeless Joe's" in Toronto. The bottle was a 2006 vintage, and 13.3% ABV. The beer poured a dark reddish brown with am offwhite bubble head. The aroma was very yeasty, with some malt and candy tones. The mouthfeel was full-bodied, creamy with mild carbonation. The flavour was overpowering from an alcohol perspective with some detectable dark fruity tones and a stomach warming presence. Like the Samichlaus, not a beer I'd try again! |
Jan 31, 2008 06:23:31 PM |
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2254 | Durham Blak Katt | Canada | Stout | 4.3
Aroma: 10 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 9 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8 16oz draught <br> 4.80% ABV <br> I tried this beer on January 28, 2008 at "Smokeless Joe's" in Toronto. The beer was dark brown/black in the glass with a thin, creamy light brown head. The aroma was roasted malt. chocolate, and raisin. The mouthfeel was full-bodied, creamy, with medium carbonation. The flavour was roasted malt, a little coffee, and a little licorice. |
Jan 29, 2008 07:00:29 AM |
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2255 | Aecht Schlenkerla Rauchbier Marzen | Germany | Rauchbier | 3.9
Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 5 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8 500ml bottle <br> 5.1% <br> Smokeless Joe’s (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 125 John Street) <br> January 28, 2008 <br> $11.95 <br> The beer poured a brownish-black into the glass with minimal head, and an 'oily' look. The aroma was smoked wood, as well as some roasted malty tones. The mouthfeel was light bodied, almost watery, yet creamy, with little carbonation. The flavour was very much like burnt bacon and burnt coffee. |
Nov 14, 2020 04:29:20 PM |
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2256 | Faxe Amber | Denmark | Dunkel / Dark Lager | 2.4
Aroma: 3 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 4 | Flavor: 4 | Overall: 5 July 25, 2007<br> LCBO Outlet #255 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Main / Bronte) <br> 500ml can<br> 4.80% ABV<br> Canned On: Unknown<br> $2.35<br> The beer pours a beautiful translucent coppery-red colour into the glass with a generous head that left absolutely no lacing. The aroma is that of burnt malt. The mouthfeel is slimy with some mild carbonation. The taste is malty with a strong bitterness towards the end |
Nov 11, 2024 09:18:44 PM |
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2257 | Cool Beer Saint Andre Vienna Lager / Cool Beer Saint Andre Bohemian Lager | Canada | Vienna / Amber Lager | 2.5
Aroma: 5 | Appearance: 5 | Mouthfeel: 5 | Flavor: 5 | Overall: 5 341ml bottle <br> 4.6% ABV <br> I tried this beer on January 18, 2008 at "Smokeless Joe's" in Toronto. The beer poured a translucent red with a thin white head which disappears quickly. The aroma is malty and grassy. The mouthfeel was medium bodied with low carbonation. The flavour was slightly sweet, a little malt, and a lot of grass! |
Jan 18, 2008 10:27:18 PM |
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2258 | Church-Key Lift Lock Lager | Canada | Helles / Dortmunder | 3.3
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 5 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7 12oz draught <br> 5.0% ABV <br> I tried this beer on January 18, 2008 at "Smokeless Joe's" in Toronto. The beer was a translucent gold colour with a thin white head that quickly disappeared. The aroma was weakly malty. The mouthfeel was medium bodied, creamy, with medium carbonation. The flavour was a little soapy, some spiciness, a little hoppy bitterness, and some chocolatey aftertaste. |
Jan 18, 2008 10:14:18 PM |
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2259 | 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 |
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2260 | Church-Key Holy Smoke | Canada | Smoked Ale | 3.2
Aroma: 7 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 6 | Overall: 6 341ml <br> 6.25% ABV <br> I tried this beer on January 17, 2008 at "Smokeless Joe's" in Toronto. The beer is a dark brown colour with a creamy tan coloured head. The aroma is malty, with some caramel and smoke. The mouthfeel was medium-bodied, with a high amount of carbonation. The flavour was smokey malt, and some sourness. |
Jan 17, 2008 10:19:17 PM |
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2261 | La Trappe Tripel / Koningshoeven Tripel | Netherlands | Abbey Tripel | 4.4
Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 9 | Flavor: 9 | Overall: 9 10oz draught <br> 8.0% ABV <br> Smokeless Joe's (Old Location - Toronto, Ontario, Canada) <br> January 17, 2008 <br> The beer poured a dark translucent golden brown with a thin tan head. The aroma consisted of sweet malt and vanilla. The mouthfeel was medium-bodied with medium carbonation. The flavour was sweet malt, plums, a little caramel, and a little vanilla. |
Jan 17, 2008 10:02:17 PM |
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2262 | McEwans Scotch Ale | United Kingdom | Scottish Ale | 3.4
Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 5 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 6 355ml bottle <br> 8.0% ABV <br> I tried this beer on January 11, 2008 at "Smokeless Joe's" in Toronto. The beer poured a dark brown colour with a creamy tan coloured head. The aroma was rather weak with some fruity hints. The mouthfeel was medium bodied with mild carbonation. The flavour had some malt taste up front with some grass and maple flavourings added to the mix. |
Jan 11, 2008 09:15:11 PM |
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2263 | Church-Key Decadent Chocolate Porter | Canada | Porter | 4.0
Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8 20oz draught <Br> 8.0% ABV <BR> The 8.0% ABV was clearly written on the keg. I tried this beer on January 11, 2008 at "Smokeless Joe's" in Toronto. The beer poured a brownish black with a finger thick tannish creamy head. The aroma was a mixture of roasted malts and chocolate. The mouthfeel was medium bodied, creamy, and medium carbonation. The taste was definitely chocolatey. The alcohol, while not tasted, was certainly felt. |
Jan 11, 2008 09:10:11 PM |
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2264 | Nickel Brook Uniek Kriek | Canada | Fruit Beer | 3.4
Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 6 | Flavor: 5 | Overall: 7 January 10, 2008<br> Smokeless Joe’s (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 125 John Street)<br> 355ml bottle<br> 5.00% ABV <br> Bottled On: Unknown<br> $4.25<br> The beer pours a nice red colour with a creamy, pinkish head. The aroma is slightly hoppy with cherry tones. The mouthfeel is creamy, medium-bodied with high carbonation. The flavour is definitely strong on the sour cherries. |
Nov 14, 2024 09:44:01 PM |
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2265 | Church-Key West Coast Ale | Canada | IPA | 4.1
Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 9 | Overall: 8 341ml bottle <br> 6.5% ABV <br> I tried this beer on January 10, 2008 at "Smokeless Joe's" in Toronto. The beer poured a hazy orange-gold colour with a thin white head. The aroma was very hoppy with perfumy and citrusy tones. The mouthfeel was medium-bodied with medium to high carbonation. The flavour was definitely strong on the hops with a definite grapefruit flavour. A nice bitter finish. |
Jan 10, 2008 11:27:10 PM |
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2266 | Holsten Premium | Germany | Lager | 2.1
Aroma: 3 | Appearance: 7 | Mouthfeel: 3 | Flavor: 4 | Overall: 4 January 4, 2008<br> LCBO Outlet #483a (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Union Station) <br> 500ml can<br> 5.00% ABV<br> Canned On: Unknown<br> $2.25<br> The beer pours a translucent metallic gold colour with a generous white head. The aroma is slightly metallic as well, with a little malt character. The mouthfeel is watery with some carbonation. The taste is very grassy. Too grassy for my liking. |
Nov 14, 2024 09:30:33 PM |
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2267 | Holsten Festbock | Germany | Bock | 3.5
Aroma: 8 | Appearance: 6 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 7 January 3, 2008<br> LCBO Outlet #483a (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – Union Station) <br> 500ml can<br> 7.00% ABV<br> Canned On: Unknown<br> $2.30<br> The beer pours a translucent dark brown colour with a thin tan coloured head. The aroma is malty with some sweet and spicy tones. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with high carbonation. The flavour is dry, malty, a bit spicy, and a little hoppy finish. |
Nov 14, 2024 09:27:06 PM |
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2268 | Carling Lager | Canada | Pale Lager | 1.9
Aroma: 4 | Appearance: 3 | Mouthfeel: 4 | Flavor: 4 | Overall: 4 December 30, 2007<br> LCBO Outlet #255 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Main / Bronte) <br> 473ml can<br> 4.90% ABV<br> Canned On: Unknown<br> $2.65<br> The beer pours a very translucent pale gold colour with a huge fluffy white head that is gone quickly. The aroma is very grainy/grassy. The mouthfeel is fuller than water, and far too carbonated. The flavour is very grainy/grassy too. |
Nov 14, 2024 09:13:45 PM |
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2269 | Lakeport Honey Lager | Canada | Pale Lager | 1.6
Aroma: 2 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 2 | Flavor: 2 | Overall: 2 December 30, 2007<br> LCBO Outlet #255 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Main / Bronte) <br> 473ml can<br> 5.00% ABV<br> Canned On: Unknown<br> $1.75<br> This beer pours a beautiful translucent light reddish gold colour with a huge fluffy white head. The aroma is very weak with no discernable notes of anything. The mouthfeel is watery and highly carbonated. The flavour is also very weak. No discernable taste of malt, hops, honey...or even grain. If it wasn't for the frothy head and the words 'beer' and 'biere' on the can, I would have thought with was coloured water. I'm convinced the $1.75 I paid is $1.74 too much. |
Nov 14, 2024 09:12:05 PM |
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2270 | Great Lakes Brewery 666 Devil's Pale Ale | Canada | American Pale Ale | 4.2
Aroma: 10 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8 December 30, 2007<br> LCBO Outlet #255 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Main / Bronte) <br> 473ml can<br> 6.00% ABV<br> Canned On: Unknown<br> $2.50<br> First, allow me to write what is on the side of the can <br> <br> 666 kilograms of malt <br> 6.66 kilograms of hops <br> 66.6 minutes of boiling <br> 6% alc/vol <br> 6.6.06 Date of Conception <br> <br> This beer pours a translucent dark red, it was beautiful. The head is generous, tan in colour, and lasts a few minutes. The aroma is sweet malt, a little hops, and a faint touch of licorice. The mouthfeel is medium-bodied, slightly creamy, and mildly carbonated. The flavour is very hoppy with a lot of juicy citrus notes, and balanced nicely by the caramel notes in the malt.. <br> <br> After my review, through 6 reviews, the beer's score is 3.333, not bad for a "Devil's" Pale Ale |
Nov 14, 2024 09:10:23 PM |
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2271 | Gulden Draak | Belgium | Belgian Strong Ale | 4.5
Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 9 | Flavor: 9 | Overall: 9 December 28, 2007<br> Smokeless Joe’s (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 125 John Street)<br> 330ml bottle<br> 10.50% ABV <br> Bottled On: Unknown<br> $9.95<br> The white bottle caught my eye. This beer pours a dark murky brown with a generous tan coloured head. The aroma is strongly yeasty with a fruit backdrop, possibly plums or raisins. The mouthfeel is medium bodied, and very champagny. The flavour is malty, yeasty, and slightly sour. |
Nov 14, 2024 08:56:51 PM |
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2272 | Rochefort Trappistes 8 | Belgium | Belgian Strong Ale | 4.5
Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 9 | Flavor: 9 | Overall: 9 December 28, 2007<br> Smokeless Joe’s (Toronto, Ontario, Canada – 125 John Street)<br> 330ml bottle<br> 9.20% ABV <br> Bottled On: Unknown<br> $12.95<br> The beer was clearly marked 9.2% as opposed to 9.3%. The beer pours a dark brown with a huge generous brown head that lasts and lasts. The aroma is very yeasty with some dark fruits and spices. The mouthfeel is full bodied with some mild carbonation. The flavour is very malty followed by some yeasty tones. A very good beer, but not as good as the '10' |
Nov 14, 2024 08:55:42 PM |
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2273 | Harviestoun Bitter & Twisted | United Kingdom | Blonde Ale | 3.8
Aroma: 6 | Appearance: 8 | Mouthfeel: 8 | Flavor: 8 | Overall: 8 December 24, 2007<br> LCBO Outlet #255 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Main / Bronte) <br> 550ml bottle<br> 4.20% ABV<br> Bottled On: Unknown<br> $2.90<br> The beer pours a translucent orange-gold with a fluffy white head. The aroma is hoppy with some citrus and spicy tines in the mix. The mouthfeel is medium-bodied with mild carbonation. The flavour is hoppy with some grapefruit and lime flavours mixed in with the spices. |
Nov 13, 2024 11:23:05 PM |
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2274 | Scotch Irish John By Imperial Stout | Canada | Imperial Stout | 4.0
Aroma: 9 | Appearance: 9 | Mouthfeel: 7 | Flavor: 7 | Overall: 8 December 24, 2007<br> LCBO Outlet #255 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Main / Bronte) <br> 355ml bottle<br> 6.70% ABV<br> Bottled On: Unknown<br> $2.50<br> The beer pours a coca-cola black with a huge chocolate milk coloured frothy head. The aroma consists of roasted malts and some chocolate tinges. The mouthfeel is medium-bodied with little carbonation. The flavour is very similar to the 95% Cocoa Lindt chocolate. |
Nov 13, 2024 11:17:18 PM |
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2275 | Yankee Jim Ice Bock | United States | Strong Lager | 2.3
Aroma: 2 | Appearance: 6 | Mouthfeel: 5 | Flavor: 5 | Overall: 5 December 23, 2007<br> LCBO Outlet #255 (Milton, Ontario, Canada – Main / Bronte) <br> 473ml can<br> 6.50% ABV<br> Canned On: Unknown<br> $1.75<br> The beer pours a translucent gold colour with a generous white fluffy head which quickly dissipates after pouring was complete. The aroma is vomit, pure unadulterated vomit. Had I not poured this myself, I don’t think I would have drank it. The mouthfeel is medium bodied, mild carbonation. The taste is better than the aroma. There wi a definite hoppy taste. It is an easy drinking beer, went down well. |
Nov 13, 2024 11:05:21 PM |