FINALLY, a friend who is courageous enough to do a beer review with me on camera. Andy Hagen of happywineguy.com stopped over to share a couple beers and good conversation. I have to say it was a great deal of fun having another beer enthusiast in the room for these reviews because it gives me an opportunity to speak less and listen (ahem…drink) more. Anyway, Dragon’s Milk from New Holland Brewing Company (ANOTHER GREAT BREWERY FROM MICHIGAN!) gets its name from a 17th century expression that describes a very strong beer reserved for royalty. Well that’s exactly what Andy and I are so it was suitable for this session. SCORE! With this one in particular, Andy smelled vanilla and I smelled coconut? I tend to believe it was just a mistake on my ear’s part – as I also smelled and tasted vanilla. Ultimately, we both agreed that the flavor was positively full of oak barrel greatness, which is primarily due to the fact that Dragon’s Milk is aged in oak barrels for over four months. It’s also part of New Holland’s high gravity series which highlights some of their higher alcohol beers and a few other greats I’ve had the joy of drinking (Imperial Hatter, Black Tulip, etc). Maybe a 12 ounce bottle wasn’t enough for its two admirers this evening, but we always have next time. And Dragon’s Milk is available in a 22 ounce bottle, so bring a friend and bust a cap.
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This beer can be found in these states.
On the iPod: Vic Chesnutt
Brewery: New Holland
Beer: Dragon’s Milk
Style: American Strong Ale
Location: Holland, Michigan
ABV: 9%
Rating: 93/100
