Rigor Mortis Abt - Dieu du Ciel!
Ever have one of those days that just isn't going well? That's today, for me. Not expressley bad, but just lots of bad news. So I'm taking it back. I'm reviewing a beer that I already know kicks ass. So I'll be the first to admit this is a totally unobjective review. Let's get it on.
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From a 341ml ISB, this massive beer pours a hazy chestnut brown, with a bit of tan head that dissipates to a thick ring and a bit of film pretty quickly. Aroma is immediately boozy, rum and molasses, dark fruits and leather and a hint of hay. Damn, I love Belgian style ales. There's some spice, hints of clove, and a bit of yeast, as well. The day is getting better.... Hugely sweet dark malts jump out immediately, big sweet sugary notes, burnt sugar and molasses. There is a very clear alcohol presence, and some spiciness on the mid palate, but the sweetness comes in again on the finish, which lingers, with a gorgeous licorice flavour that just goes on and on. At 10.5%, this is clearly a beer for going slow, but I could actually drink a few of these, the mouthfeel isn't as big as say, Chimay Blue. It's a little scary how easily it drinks, given it's weight. It is just incredible. I'd say go buy this, but you would have to drive to Quebec, because you can't buy it at the LCBO. Why, you ask? Obviously a beer this good, and with such a perfect Halloween name would be a perfect fit for the fall release, right? Yes, except Rigor Mortis is way too death-related for the LCBO's tastes. It obviously is much more offensive the Mort Subite (Sudden Death, I guess it could be a hockey reference), Dead Guy Ale, and Dead Elephant Ale (surprised the animal-rights wackos haven't crawled all over that one). Of course, these are the same bright sparks who didn't like the name "Aphrodisiac", as it was too sexual, but happily approved "Aphrodite", displaying that they have no experience in Greek Mythology..... Ah well, Volo has some bottles of this, I think. You can check it out there.
Thanks to DDC for yet another great beer!
*** UPDATE ***
I take back my bitter words above. Rigor Mortis is indeed available at the LCBO in the Halloween Release. See this post with current DDC details.
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Rigor Mortis is fantastic and this is one of my faves from DDC. Actually, I picked up a few bottles at the LCBO a couple weeks ago and they do have inventory available: http://www.lcbo.com/lcbo-ear/lcbo/product/inventory/searchResults.do?language=EN&itemNumber=186775
Rigor Mortis is fantastic and this is one of my faves from DDC. Actually, I picked up a few bottles at the LCBO a couple weeks ago and they do have inventory available: http://www.lcbo.com/lcbo-ear/lcbo/product/inventory/searchResults.do?language=EN&itemNumber=186775
Haha, I really should check my facts mefore I post. Yep, lots of Abt to be had in Ontario. Go get it while you can. Search the LCBO site for item number 186775 for a location near you! Thanks Josh!
Haha, I really should check my facts mefore I post. Yep, lots of Abt to be had in Ontario. Go get it while you can. Search the LCBO site for item number 186775 for a location near you! Thanks Josh!
Just to clarify, numerous people had scolded me for suggesting that you could get Rigor Mortis at the LCBO. I never bothered to check if they were correct.
Just to clarify, numerous people had scolded me for suggesting that you could get Rigor Mortis at the LCBO. I never bothered to check if they were correct.
Sounds lovely ... I'll check and see if they have it here in BC.
Sounds lovely ... I'll check and see if they have it here in BC.
Good luck Jodi. Those mountains are a bitch. That being said, I'll grab a few bottles for my collection and hold them. Next time you're in Ontario we can do a review together. Responding to your FB post now.
Good luck Jodi. Those mountains are a bitch. That being said, I'll grab a few bottles for my collection and hold them. Next time you're in Ontario we can do a review together. Responding to your FB post now.