Ommegang - Three Philosophers

Three Philosophers is a remarkable limited edition strong ale brewed by Brewery Ommegang in response to a home brewer’s description of his dream beer. Realbeer.com, hosted a contest called “Create a Great Beer.” Brewery Ommegang was chosen by Realbeer.com to brew the Belgian-style ale for the winning essayist. Noel Blake, a home brewer from Portland wrote the winning description for what his “dream beer” would be like.

The ABV is 9.8 and the IBU rating is ??
Style - Belgian Quadrupel
Glass to use- Snifter, Tulip, Goblet, Chalice, Oversized Wine Glass
Delivery 750ml Bottle

Can be cellared for long periods, under the proper conditions.

The Pour - Pours a cooper color with a cream head that hangs around. Some lacing.
Aroma - Cherries, caramel and malts.
Taste -   Sour, cherries and other dark fruit, a bit hoppy. 
Mouth Feel - Medium body, alcohol and a tad too much carbonation.
Drinkable - Drinkable, love the subtle cherry taste.

This beer pairs well with cheese and meat.

This beer gets a Duper rating of B+.
BeerAdvocate Rating =A-
Ratebeer Rating = 99

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