Ommegang (Abbey Ale)

Dubbel from Brewery Ommegang, in Cooperstown (New York), the brewery’s first beer, in 1997, which brought Trappist-style brewing to prominence in America. Full body, deep burgundy color, and an airy head; rich, fruity flavors, notes of honey, caramel, and toffee, followed by a long, dry finish. Brewed with Belgian specialty malts, licorice root, orange peel, and spices. Bitterness: 20 IBU. Available year-round.