The top product from the Rochefort Trappist brewery. Dark color, full and very impressive taste. Strong plum, raisin, and black currant palate, with ascending notes of vinousness and other complexities.
Rochefort 10 - Blue cap (11.3%)
Rochefort 8 - Green cap (9.2%)
Rochefort 6 - Red cap (7.5%)
The ABV is 11.3 and the IBU rating is ??
Style - Quadrupel
Glass to use- Snifter, Tulip, Goblet, Oversized Wine Glass
Delivery 330ml
Can be cellared for long periods, under the proper conditions.
The Pour - Dark brown in color. Tan head with drops of brown yeast from the bottle. Great lacing.
Aroma - Malts, sweet, maybe some brown sugar
Taste - Malty and sweet, dark chocolate, hint of spice and dark fruits.
Mouth Feel - Medium carbonation and body. A bit on the fizzy side (typical Belgium brew).
Drinkable - I first had this in the mid 90's at Nodding Head's. This bottle has been aging for twos in my cellar. It's very mellow, worth the wait. Very balanced, not too sweet.
Goes great with cheese and beef.
This beer gets a Duper rating of A
BeerAdvocate Rating = 99
Ratebeer Rating = 100
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