Saturday, February 20, 2010

Avery Old Jubilation Ale

Reviewed By: Herr Mike
Style: English Strong Ale
State/Country: Colorado
ABV: 8%
Serving Type: 12 oz Bottle

Look: 9
Chestnut color, fluffy head, sticky lacing

Smell: 9
Caramel, chocolate, toffee

Taste: 10
Up Front: caramel, dried fruit, slight pine
Finish: toffee, earthy, hops creep up at the end

Mouthfeel: 8.5
Sticky and dry

Drinkability: 10
It’s almost like eating caramel or toffee candy, but not as sweet.
I could quaff 1or 2 and be in a happy place!

Overall Score: 9.3

Value:
10
Cost/12 oz serving: $1.61

Overall Impression:
I like this style of beer this time of year (Feb). Avery is a solid brew, hearty and fulfilling, it hits my QCB spot!

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