$8.99 at Brawley’s, Charlotte, NA, USA. Corked & Caged 750 mL.
Since this said “Flanders Ale” on the bottle, I was wondering if this was going to be a Flemish Sour/Red style – Mike put me right.
Poured into the Duvel tulip (seemed appropriate), the head is initially big, but slips away somewhat disappointingly but leaving some lace.
Very yeasty nose with an element of tart fruit. The yeast is replicated in the taste, but the tartness is not. Simple mouthfeel and a pretty average Belgian Pale all around. Some mild white pepper and a TINY bit of spice round out some alcohol in the finish and a little dry character.
To be brutally honest a very standard, good, simple but average Belgian Pale Ale. Nothing wrong with that, in fact it’s one of my favorite styles, but I was expecting more from the “Signature Edition”. Ultimately, although solid, this came up at best only a touch above average and at worst a little short of expectations. Better options out there IMO.