Russian River Salvation | Chad'z Beer Reviews #597

It's kind of funny that the last two bottles I have of the Russian River Belgian series are Salvation and Damnation. I decided to go with Salvation first. I thought this would be RR's take on a Belgian quad or "strong dark ale," but this beer isn't soured or barrel-aged like the other two I've had. How would it stack up?

Season 15, Episode 63

BREWERY'S DESCRIPTION & INFORMATION:
This Belgian style Strong Dark Ale has a tawny brown color and aromas of banana and spice that dominate the initial bouquet of the beer. Lean malt flavors blend perfectly with fruit driven characteristics created by the classic Belgian yeast which fermented this ale. The alcohol content is deceptively smooth just like its sister beer Damnation. Brewed just once a year for a release in January
9% ABV

HOW THIS BEER RATES:
Rate Beer: 99 (overall) 98 (style)
http://www.ratebeer.com/beer/russian-river-salvation/20539/

READ MY TEXT REVIEW OF THIS BEER AT:
http://www.chadzbeerreviews.com/2011/12/its-kind-of-funny-that-last-two-bottl...

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[StumpyJoeJr]

Quad is easier to say and type so I usually use that term. I think they are going for their take on a quad. I can't remember my exact tasting notes on this one other than it being really drinkable. But based on your tasting notes can see why you gave it that score.

[ChadzBeerReviews]

@StumpyJoeJr In retrospect I think I graded it way too high, this might've been closer to a 4.

[cbohar84]

I never heard of a beer being described in terms of tobacco or leather XD

[ChadzBeerReviews]

@cbohar84 you dont read or watch enough beer reviews then

[realaleguide]

I like the sound of this Trappist beer Chad, top description of it, cheers

[BayAreaBeers]

Great review bro. It's a bit different for sure. It's definitely not a "bad" beer, just different. Wait till you have the 23. It's a bit different than the norm.