The Bruery - 3 French Hens

Three French Hens is the third in the 12 Days/Years of Christmas Series. The Bruery again drew some inspiration from the name and decided that at least a portion of this beer had to be aged in French oak barrels. What they came out with is a bold and spicy Belgian Dark Strong Ale. This beer is designed to take the journey through time until 12 Drummers Drumming, but is a delightful holiday treat right off the shelf.

Release: Winter 2010/2011 (This beer has been retired)

75% Belgian-Style Dark Ale,25% Ale Aged in French Oak Barrels

The ABV is 10.0 and the IBU rating is 22.5
Style -Belgian Strong Dark Ale
Glass to use- Snifter, Tulip, Goblet, Oversized Wine Glass
Delivery 750ml Bottle

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

The Pour - Pours a dark brown color, and a tan head. Good lacing.
Aroma - Sweet and spicy, strong hint of apples. 
Taste -  Malty, sweet and malty. Some molasses, spices like clove maybe some nutmeg.
Mouth Feel - Medium carbonation and body.
Drinkable - Very unusually, I like the blend of Belgian and oak aging.  Very well balanced.  Just a bit too sweet for me. 

This beer pair well with strong cheese and beef. Try it with BBQ.

This beer gets a Duper rating of B+
BeerAdvocate Rating =86
Ratebeer Rating =96