Three Philosophers Quadrupel Ale

Smooth, with a nice flavor, and slight spiciness at the swallow. This has been in the fridge awhile, so I'm glad to have gotten to it, as the bottle says "best by 09/2017". Whew, that was close! This has a bit of a wine quality to it, which makes it very refreshing. Very drinkable! I must have had a bad experience with a Belgian, so I often avoid these, but this is really good. The label says it is a blend of 98% Quadrupel ale and 2% Liefmans Kriek. I haven't had that brand, but have had many of the Lindemans lambics. Good stuff. Maybe it has to warm to let that cherry taste out (yup, 50 degree serving temp says the label), but this is so smooth and drinkable, it probably won't last long enough! Oh, there it is, just the smallest hint as I get to the bottom of the glass. Nice complex flavor, so MB.

25.4 oz corked bottle, 9.7% ABV

Ommegang Brewery

Cooperstown, NY

purchased at Kenwood