New Brew: Allagash Haunted House

Allagash Brewing is one of those breweries I wish I was able to drink more beer from, but unfortunately the distance from Boise and their distribution footprint does not make that possible. Kris sent this beer to me knowing I am a fan. I also enjoy dark ales so a “hoppy dark ale” is right up my alley.

The Allagash Haunted House pours a pitch black opaque with a strong beige head with small dense bubbles. The aroma projects roasted malt with hints of coffee.

The flavor is just like the aroma…right off the bat you get the roasty character with the mids providing a slight light roast coffee flavor. There is also a hop presence in the flavor, but with the roast it is difficult to pick out the distinct characteristics. The mouthfeel is smooth and creamy. The finish is dry and ends with a fading hop and roast.

Overall I gave this beer a 4.5 cap rating. I am not sure why I couldn’t go full 5 but when I finished the beer I was very satisfied but felt it a 4.5. Maybe it was the guilt of rating my last two beers a 5. Regardless, this beer is great and I thoroughly enjoyed it.