I actually wasn't intending to write about this - I was simply looking for a post-shift beer to relax with, not to review, so bought this single 12oz bottle at D'Vines for $5. Made by Alewerks Brewing Co., it's called "Kalypso's Island" and is a Belgian-style blonde ale made with coconut, pineapple, and nutmeg. Beyond that, I admit that I didn't look too closely into it- I like Belgian ales, I like pineapple and coconut (in fact, one of my most favorite beers on earth is made with coconut and pineapple: Upland Brewing's "Latitude Adjustment") so I figured, what better beer to drink on a swampy, humid evening in Washington?
This beer is pleasingly soft with a definite note of Belgian yeast; there is a dose of coconut meat flavor and a slight tang of watery pineapple nectar - like the juice that's left in the can of canned pineapple chunks. No real showing of hops, and not as full of flavor as the "Latitude Adjustment", but that's okay - it's fine as an easy drinking ale! Very lush finish and aftertaste is of pineapples.
As I was savoring the flavor, I casually turned the bottle over to learn more about it when something caught my eye that made me double-take.
It's 9.30% ABV.
Wait, what?
Even now I don't see how this is possible. Nothing about this beer indicates it's 9.3 points, nothing at all. It's light, refreshing, and has the body of a 4.50% ABV lager, not a beer pushing 10.00%. So if yo're looking for a refreshing, tasty beer that really hides the alcohol, look no further than this heavyweight-in-disguise.
"Sip and Puff" is the personal blog of food & beverage writer James Liska. That's me! Since 2012, I've written about wine, beer, spirits, food, and restaurants. I focus on fundamental information, tasting notes, and overall thoughts rather than scores, harsh criticism, or arbitrary ratings. This supplements my other work such as writing for District Fray Magazine, creating cocktails, and posting more "everyday" stuff through my Instagram, @baconesque. Enjoy!
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