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Blue Monkey Brewery Chimpagne 2023 Edition
Strong Ale 13 º
A powerful, high-gravity interpretation of a British Strong Ale, this 2023 edition marries a robust malt foundation with the refined, effervescent influence of champagne yeast. The aroma is dominated by rich toffee and biscuit notes from the Maris Otter and wheat-inclusive grist, layered with the spicy, blackcurrant character of Brewers Gold and the delicate floral essence of Lubelski hops. Despite its staggering strength, the champagne yeast provides a remarkably clean fermentation profile and a nimble, vinous finish. Expect complex dried fruit esters and a profound, warming alcoholic glow that makes this a sophisticated sipper with a smooth, lingering palate.
Appearance. Deep amber to burnished gold (12-14 SRM) with brilliant clarity. It produces a fine-textured, off-white head with moderate retention that leaves a persistent collar and noticeable legs on the glass, signifying high alcoholic strength.
Aroma. High intensity with a complex malt profile of honey, toast, and light caramel. Pronounced fruity esters suggest dried apricot and golden raisin. The hops provide a distinct spicy and herbal counterpoint from the Lubelski and Brewers Gold varieties, while the alcohol presence is significant but clean, lacking any harsh solvent notes.
Taste. Initial impression is one of rich, bready malt sweetness and nutty complexity. This is quickly balanced by a moderate hop bitterness and the spicy, earthy flavors of the Lubelski hops. The champagne yeast fermentation drives a higher attenuation than typical for the style, resulting in a medium-dry finish that features lingering notes of dark berry and pepper. The 13% ABV is evident through a smooth, vinous warmth.
Mouthfeel. Full-bodied and chewy with a creamy texture enhanced by the wheat. Carbonation is moderate to high and notably effervescent, providing a prickly lift that lightens the heavy gravity. A significant, welcoming alcohol warmth is felt in the throat without being hot or fusel.
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Blue Monkey Chimpagne
This rare chimp hasn’t been seen since 2018. A welcome return of Chimpagne. Not for the faint heart ...ed coming in at 13% this is most certainly a celebration brew.
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This rare chimp hasn’t been seen since 2018.
A welcome return of Chimpagne. Not for the faint hearted coming in at 13% this is most certainly a celebration brew.
A welcome return of Chimpagne. Not for the faint hearted coming in at 13% this is most certainly a celebration brew.
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