Beer Review: Victory Golden Monkey
Light in color, with a medium body, there were slight spice / fruit notes on the aroma of this potent (9.5%) beer. Wow! Talk about a big-time spice hit up front! This brew mellowed out from its initial onslaught and smoothed out towards the end. I found this tripel almost a little 'thick' tasting (yeast?). It also almost seemed a little bit cloudy. Interesting.... Overall, a nice, yummy, complex brew. -- Brewmeister G
| The Brewer? |
Victory Brewing Co. |
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When tasted? |
31 July 2002 |
| Place of Origin? |
Downingtown, Pennsylvania |
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How tasted? |
12 oz bottle |
| Style of Beer? |
Tripel |
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Where tasted? |
At Brewmeister G's home |
This beer greeted me with a distinctly spicy and sharp aroma that hinted at coriander. Clear and golden in appearance, with not much of a head, this brew started out with a bite (but it was not bitter). The flavor quickly became smooth and finished warmly. Spicy, rich, and crisp, Golden Monkey had a light to medium body. I found this quite a delightful tripel with a lot of character. Beware, though - this funky monkey is more like a gorilla (9.5%)! -- Growler Guy
| The Brewer? |
Victory Brewing Co. |
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When tasted? |
08 November 2002 |
| Place of Origin? |
Downingtown, Pennsylvania |
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How tasted? |
12 oz bottle |
| Style of Beer? |
Tripel |
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Where tasted? |
At Growler Guy's home |
Links for this beer:
Victory's page for their Golden Monkey
Victory Brewing Company's Home Page
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