Lost Abbey - 10 Commandments (2010)

A stronger version of the Lost and Found Abbey Ale brewed to a more contemplative alcohol content. Massive in every stretch of the brewing way possible this is the sort of beer that will remind a beer drinker who considers themselves a saint that even saints stray as sinners from time to time. 

Lost Abbey’s once a year Anniversary beer. A new generation of Dark Farmhouse Belgian-Style Beer that had Brettanomyces (a special Belgian brewer’s yeast) added at bottling. (from newsletter) (from bottle: Ale Brewed with Raisins)  
10 commandments:

1. The most imaginative beers are our crusade. 
2. We believe we are all in this together. 
3. We strive for honesty and integrity in our lives like you. 
4. Fresh beer is great, aged beer is better. 
5. Now that you have found us, help us spread the message. 
6. There is good and evil in the world, our beers are good. 
7. Passion isn't something you can buy at the corner store. 
8. We believe an inspired life is worth living. 
9. Life is about choices. The Lost Abbey is a great choice. 
10. We are not perfect but no one is..

I had this at the Iron Abbey, I've been eyeballing this for a few months and pulled the trigger on a Saturday afternoon in April.  They had this on draft for awhile but I was holding out for the bottle.
The picture is from the latest beer session in 2013 at home.

The ABV is 9.0 and the IBU rating is ??

Style - Belgium Strong Dark Ale

Glass to use- Snifter, Tulip, Goblet, Chalice or Oversized Wine Glass
Delivery - 755ml Bottle

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

The Pour - Pours a dark brown color with a big tan head. Great lacing. (The cork broke off in the bottle for the 2013 session but did not affect the taste).
Aroma - Dark fruits, brandy, caramel and cotton candy.. 
Taste -  Very rich dark fruits, raisins, hints of chocolate, very complex.
Mouth Feel - Medium carbonation, full body.  Excites the sweet taste buds.
Drinkable - A very nice brew, complex and a joy to drink.  The alcohol is hidden well.

This beer may pair well with cheese and meat.

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