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North Coast Old Stock Ale

Submitted by admin on Mon, 12/08/2008 - 6:20pm
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Brewed By: 
North Coast
Self-Defined Style: 
Old Ale
Specifications
Strength (ABV): 
11.7% ABV
Bitterness (IBU): 
36 IBU

Like a fine port, Old Stock Ale is intended to be laid down. With an original gravity of over 1.100 and a generous hopping rate, Old Stock Ale is well-designed to round-out and mellow with age. It's brewed with classic Maris Otter malt and Fuggles and East Kent Goldings hops, all imported from England.

Best With: 
Old ales such as this work great with steak, game birds, venison and sausages. Big cheeses like the Roquefort or Stilton would pair nicely.
Special Attributes: 
Big Beer (+8.0% ABV)
Special Attributes: 
Digestif
Special Attributes: 
Vintage Beer (Evolves with Age)
Availability
Cases: 
4/6pk/12 oz. Bottles
Kegs: 
Domestic 1/2 Barrel - 15.5 Gal.
Keg Connection: 
American Sankey

Comments

Great jump from the Norm

doughanson78's picture
Submitted by doughanson78 on Fri, 05/27/2011 - 6:32pm.

Appearance: Didn't pour into a glass. Drank straight from the bottle.

Aroma: Real good grape-y aroma. Like a fine wine.

Flavor: 11.9% ABV but definitely couldn't tell. Not to sweet like I was expecting.

Mouthfeel: Don't know about this category yet. I'm still a newby.

Overall Impression: Was looking to be overwhelmed by alcohol and wine taste. Wasn't at all. Great Brew!

Comments: Can't wait 4 years for my 2011 vintage to age to perfection!

meeuky's picture
Submitted by meeuky on Sun, 05/15/2011 - 6:00pm.

9/10