Allagash Black

Reviewed By: Herr Rick
Style: Belgian Strong Dark Ale
State/Country: Maine
ABV: 7.5%
Serving Type: 750ml Bottle

Look: 10
Dark brown, dense frothy tan head with staying power and excellent lacing

Smell: 9
Chocolate, espresso, and subtle cloves

Taste: 9
Up Front: Chocolate, and roasted malts. Finish: Chocolate, spices, and a slight smokiness

Mouthfeel: 9
Medium body, creamy with medium carbonation

Drinkability: 8.5
Very drinkable and interesting beer

Overall Score: 9.1

Value: 7.5
Cost/12 oz serving: $4.00

Overall Impression:
This is billed as a Belgian Stout, and it delivers. It has the body and mouthfeel of a Begian Ale, with the chocolate/roasted malt/coffee flavors of a stout in addition to some subtle flavors associated with Belgians. Yet another winner from Allagash!