Monk’s Blood pays homage to the monks of Belgium’s monasteries who have been brewing some of the world’s great beer for centuries. During times of fasting, the monks subsist solely on beer, which they refer to as “liquid bread”. Beer, quite literally, is in their blood. The most sublime of the monk’s premium brews is dark like blood, rich and nourishing. 21st Amendment founders Nico Freccia and Shaun O’Sullivan traveled to Belgium to develop the recipe for this special beer, visiting small, traditional breweries in the hop fields of west Flanders, not far from the famous Trappist abbey of Westvleteren. Monk’s Blood is designed to pair beautifully with rich winter stews, creamy cheeses, unctuous desserts or just by itself, in a Belgian tulip glass, with a good book by the fire.
Had this at the Grey Lodge in Northeast Philly.
The
ABV is
8.3 and the
IBU rating is
34
Style - Belgium Strong Dark
Glass to use- Snifter, Tulip, Goblet, Chalice, Oversized Wine Glass
Delivery 12oz Can
Can be cellared for long periods, under the proper conditions.
The Pour - Pours a dark brown color with a tan head. Some lacing.
Aroma - Malty, caramel, sweet, molasses and dark fruit.
Taste - Tangy, malty, dark fruit - (plum and raisin) and caramel.
Mouth Feel - Medium carbonation and body.
Drinkable - A great brew, my first Belgium in a can! I was not disappointed.
Try this with your favorite BBQ or any grilled meat and goes well with pungent or sharp cheeses.
This beer gets a Duper rating of A.
BeerAdvocate Rating =B+
Ratebeer Rating = 96
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