Great Divide Hades Belgian-Style Ale

Great Divide Brewing Company
Denver, Colorado

APPEARANCE: 2.25/3
Yellow-gold, white head. Thin but rings the glass.

AROMA: 3.25/4
Citrus, lemon-orange, peppery notes. Earthy. Lemongrass, coriander, clove.

TASTE: 6.5/10
Hop/Malt Balance: 3/4: Peppery. Bubblegum, clove, cinnamon, pineapple, banana. Subtle citrus, hop flavor. Spicy.
Aftertaste: 1.75/3: Hop bitterness, malt dominant. Finishes a bit harsh, metallic.
Mouth-Feel: 1.75/3: Fizzy, coats the tongue. Some alcohol.

OVERALL: 2/3: Definitely a Belgian. Unique, lots of complex flavors. Slightly astringent, not bad for what it is.

TOTAL: 14/20–I'll Try A Pint

NOTES:
Matt: Very Belgian, and affordable enough, so if you're looking for a Belgian-style session beer, voilá! This is it.
Ben: Different from Duvel. Lots of unique flavors, interesting yeast character. Good to try (though one's enough for me).