Lenoir
is an almost clear, reddish-blonde ale. It pours with an off-white fog
and is blessed with a rustic, yeasty aroma. The flavour isn't as
assertive as most true Belgian ales, but it does feature some familiar
elements--mild, fruity notes, substantial yeastiness, and a degree of
boozy, dry ending.
While the can says "Belgian
Style Ale", I'd like to be a bit more specific. I don't think this beer
is strong enough or hearty enough to fall in the Abbey category. I'm
more inclined to class it as either a Belgian-style pale ale or a
Belgian-style blonde. Whatever class it falls into, I found Lenoir to be
a very enjoyable ale. A bit mild, but with some charm.
Rating: 7.5 out of 10.
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