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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.

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.

Tamise | Nano Cinco – Brasserie Artisanale

Tamise is a big surprise to me; it’s much better than I expected. The beer is flavourful and balanced while maintaining good drinkability. The small serving size is a bit sad as I’d happily drink an imperial pint of this.

Old Fashioned de Glace | Beauregard Brasserie

Old Fashioned de Glace is a sledgehammer of sledgehammers. The strength is beyond what most people have experienced drinking beer. In many ways, this is an impressive brew and I think it’s totally worth trying if you can get your hands on a bottle. At the same time, this is very expensive and the value is simply not there for me.