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Vin D’orge Américain | Microbrasserie Le Castor

Crushed can of Le Castor's American Barleywine, set against a high-contrast black backdrop.

This Vin d’Orge is below average. It tastes a lot like an oxidized DIPA and the can is not even two months old. I can’t recommend this brew.

Imperial Stout | Wills

Crushed can of WILLS Brewery's imperial stout, set against a high-contrast black backdrop

One of the sweetest imperial stouts in my memory and it’s adjunct-free… now that’s quite something. I’d reckon it’s oversweet for all; even for the drinkers with a sweet tooth. Not recommended.

Ursa Major | L’Octant Microbrasserie

Bottle cap from L'Octant Microbrasserie, set against a high-contrast black backdrop

This is an interesting one… Ursa Major packs more character than most 8 percenters have any right to have. I love that. At the same time, the beer is rough around the edges and it lacks finesse.

Mineris Tenebris | Microbrasserie Emporium

Crushed can of Microbrasserie Emporium's Mineris Tenebris, set against a high-contrast black backdrop

This is an outstanding session beer. At 3.8% ABV it has layers and character that are not easy to come by in something this light. This beer boasts crushable drinkability while steering clear from any off-flavours.

Cheminée des Feux Follets | Microbrasserie Pit Caribou

Bottle cap from Microbrasserie Pit Caribou, set against a high-contrast black backdrop

A great barrel-aged chili stout. For the elevated ABV this packs more character than most sub 10% beers. There are signs of spoilage organisms in the character, but if you’re drinking this now, it’s a darn treat.

Porter Baltique 3 Fèves | Archibald Microbrasserie

Red bottle cap from Archibald Microbrasserie, set against a high-contrast black backdrop

For the most part, this is a great beer. It feels a little heavy-handed and missing finesse. At the same time, Archibald delivers beyond my expectations by delivering a pleasant sipping experience.

Christmas Ale | Brouwerij St. Bernardus

Bottle cap from Brouwerij St. Bernardus, set against a high-contrast black backdrop

This is a great beer even if the journey across an ocean is obvious. Slight thinness and a metallic off-note keep this from standing out.

Moinette Brune | Brasserie Dupont

Bottle cap from Brasserie Dupont, set against a high-contrast black backdrop

A good beer but I’m sure this is way better at source. It’s impressive how well the beer has help up against time and travel. At the cheap price point, it certainly offers good value.

Sainte-Flore | Flore Sauvage

Sainte-Flore is below my expectations. It ends up being on the watery side with very little depth. Where it does show character is in the aroma – and it’s unpleasant with a big animal/fetid quality.

No. 13 Tennessee | Microbrasserie Pit Caribou

I’m sad to report, but oxidation has gotten the best of this beer. I picked up the bottle from a store shelf; where it likely spent months considering the level of oxidation for such a hefty brew. I’ve had imperial stouts after two to three years which demonstrate the same level of aging.