Appearance - 8 | Aroma - 6 | Flavor - 7 | Texture - 8 | Overall - 7.5

Mug Club Draft. Despite the name, this seems to fall into the purview of a Belgian Blond Ale, too light to be an Abbey Dubbel. Cloudy yellow to brown pour in my mug, with a bubbly but thin head. Clean pale malt smell. First taste impression is of oranges, followed by a healthy dose of those light Belgian malts. And agreeable fruity ale component. Hops come on like the bratty little brother of a La Chouffe: one moment spicy and grassy; the next running back home to ma. Substantial and worth contemplation. Finish turns slightly hoppier and lemony. Another surprise from Chris Boggess’ recipe book.