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Stone 12.12.12 Vertical Epic Ale glass
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Stone 12.12.12 Vertical Epic Ale glass

Stone 02.02.02 Vertical Epic Ale

STYLE
Belgian Strong Ale
ABV
7.5%
IBUs
45

What about Stone Vertical Epic Ale 01.01.01? Well, there are two reasons for its non-existence: (1) We didn't want to participate in the whole overhyped media nonsense of "Millennium this" and "Millennium that," and (2) we didn't think of the Stone Vertical Epic Ale idea until the fall of 2001 (which was already too late for a 01.01.01 version.) Sure, we could wait until the year 3001 to start this series, but we were afraid that with all that time between now and the next millennium, we might forget. Besides, that millennium will probably be overhyped as much as the last one.

Stone 02.02.02 Vertical Epic Ale Homebrew Recipe

ABOUT THIS BEER

Release Date
February 2, 2002

Tasting Notes

Appearance
Deep gold, orange-ish color, excellent clarity with some sediment towards end of bottle, thin creamy head
Aroma
Honey, caramel, citrus, spices, phenols, coriander, malt
Taste
Spicy hops, citrus, caramel, dried honey, sherry, orange, pepper
Palate
Smooth, low carbonation, creamy, some bitterness in finish
Overall
Much better than expected, complete with spicy aroma; definite signs of oxidation but held up well, still very enjoyable; oxidation comes out as it warms, but is subdued
Provided by
Mitch Steele
,
Brewmaster

Pairing Notes

Appetizers
Tzatziki, cilantro lime shrimp, ceviche
Salads
Roasted beets with citrus & feta, watermelon & orange, dandelion & pomegranate, pickled delicata squash
Entrées
Dover sole, sashimi, herbed penne with grilled vegetables, lemon chicken
Desserts
Lemon meringue pie, apricot crisp, strawberry tart
Cheeses
Brillat-Savarin, Humboldt Fog, Marin Rouge et Noir Brie
Cigars
Macanudo Café Portofino, Arturo Fuente Spanish Light Candela Lonsdale
Provided by
"Dr." Bill Sysak
,
Craft Beer Ambassador