I found this recipe in a homebrewing book and was hoping that it would turn out like the Chimay Grand Reserve Blue Label (which is one of my favorite beers). Unfortunately, it was nothing like the Chimay Grand Reserve, but it was very tasty. This beer packs a punch with a dominating maltiness and smoothness that allows the ~9% alcohol to sneak up on you.
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