Great Divide Grand Cru

Style:  Belgian Strong Dark Ale
Brewery: Great Divide
Package: Bottle into Bruges
ABV: 11%
IBU: Unknown
Location: Citywide

Aroma: Sweet caramel malt with fruity undertones. Nothing much to this.

Appearance: Very dark brown with reddish highlights. Thick tan head and sticky lace that clings to the glass.

Taste: Very sweet caramel flavor with brown sugar and spices. Hints of fig, raisins, and plums. 

Mouthfeel: Medium body, medium carbonation.

  Overall: Smooth, but way too sweet, so much so that it was tough to get through this one.

Notes:  My first Great Divide brew, and I wasn't very impressed. Belgian Strong Ales aren't my favorite brews, however I tried to stay objective. It wasn't terrible, I just was not a fan of this particular beer.

Grade: C+