The Dragonmead is a medieval themed brewery that is located right around the corner in Warren, Michigan. It opened in 1997 and currently has 47 BEERS ON TAP!!! All brewed at the Dragonmead. The brewery stores 77 types of grain, from 7 different countries, giving them the freedom to brew of variety of popular styles. The first brew I plan to slay on this Nobel quest, is none other than the Dreagonmead's signature product, Final Absolution Belgian Style Trippel Ale.
A triple ale usually refers to an ale that has a 9% ABV rating or higher. This wonderful accomplishment of nature is the result of a brewer using extra hops, or "three" times the usual amount, and thus the Triple Ale became the adopted title for this style of brew.
This ale pours a clear rusty orange with a thin short lived cap of white head. It doesn't have the most impressive appearance, but mamma said, triple ales are like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get. Final Absolution has a very fruity aroma with a hint of spice. The flavor is malty with notes of bananas, grapes, and cloves. It has a thick syrupy body, with a nice bitter element that helps balance this brew out. The surprise is the carbonation. Despite the lack of a frothy head, this ale is nicely carbonated, apparent both in taste, and in the ring of froth that flares after every sip. The finish is snappy with a sticky sweet ending.
A very nice brew to fill thy cup, yet never allow thee to overflow. Sadly I have yet to visit the Dragonmead. Perhaps a mighty quest is in order, followed through with great chivalry. A pilgrimage to conquer the 47 headed tap monster with nothing but my own thirst and a mug.
To help aid in this quest, the Dragonmead has a Passport Club. Read on young squire to learn more
The Passport Club is an exciting and enjoyable way to try the different style brews we craft here at Dragonmead. You receive two signature-logo pint glasses, two free pint gift certificates, and your own passport to our brews. In it we stamp visas for the beers of the world you have tried and it is an excellent way to record your personal tasting notes. $25.00 + tax. Available through the pub.
Cheers!!!
Cheers!!!
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