The Bruery Black Orchard

Reviewed By: Herr Mike AND Herr Rick
Style: Belgian Dark Ale
State/Country: California
ABV: 5.7%
Serving Type: 750ml Bottle

Look: 9
Deep ruby/brown, good head that sticks around, with decent lacing

Smell: 8
Chocolate, malt, yeast, plums

Taste: 8.5
Up Front: Dark fruit
Finish: Chocolate, cola

Mouthfeel: 8
Medium/light body, prickly carbonation - perhaps a bit too much

Drinkability: 8
Smooth and refreshing

Overall Score: 8.3

Value: 7
Cost/12 oz serving: $4.00

Overall Impression:
It was an enjoyable and unique beer. Apparently The Bruery has retired it, so we would suggest getting your hand on one if you happen to see it. Definitely worth trying out!