Another gem from Freetail Brewing in San Antonio. As the winter is waning, brewer Jason Davis has replaced seasonals such as La Muerta with something for the spring and summer. Enter their 3Tail Belgian Golden Strong.
This one is an example of a Belgian Strong Ale. This style is similar to a regular Belgian pale, but better. They tend to be golden in color, straw colored sometimes. They have a higher alcohol content that is not often noticed, but sometimes almost too present!
Freetail’s 3Tailpours a beautiful deep golden color, that is slightly cloudy as well. Medium had that dissipates to a very nice thin sustainable head. Lacing sticks well to the glass throughout this experience.
Aroma is of spiced orange or coriander. Strong yeast smell, balanced out by a modest amount malt.
To taste is just wonderful! The yeast realm comes out, but the surprises the alcohol kick that gets you, but gets you over the course of enjoying the brew. Predominant, by subtle as well.
The longer the one lingers the more the alcohol comes out. Very crisp and medium in it’s consistency.
Overall this was a great example of the style. Something special and something to enjoy daily as well. This weighs in at 8.9% ABV and would go well with a turkey and gouda sandwich.
This is a great beer. On the sweet side, but the floral character makes that ok.