I’m not good enough to rate this beer and out of respect for my beer rating pals; Nate and mJ, I’m a little nervous about doing so. They know I rate on enjoyability and not by style and I usually don’t like the palate of high ABV% beers. Mike would probably ask me why I would try it if I knew I didn’t like it and of course my reply is ’it was there, I was there and I hadn’t tried it yet’. On tap at the Marzoni’s in Allison Park, Pittsburgh. Slightly fruity aroma with tart hints. As that peculiar sweet smell that alarms me of a high ABV% beer to follow. There is the typical wheat spice aroma in there too. Slightly cloudy pale yellow like a good hefe or witbier. No carbonation per se. I was a little apprehensive about trying an imperial wheat for fear it would be too much for my lager loving taste buds, even tho wheat and wit is one of my most favored styles. This brew provides a strong alky impact on the palate. It’s just too much for my girlie taste buds. I’m not really sure if this can be classified as a beer, more like wine or barley wine to me. Overall, this taste experience is just what I expected. More personality than I care for. However, I bet many of you will love it and it has a special purpose niche that it can satisfy. Keep in mind if you read this, I’m not a beer expert and I rate by cheapdark enjoyability, not by style. This is an excellent example of this style!