Mikkeller/Three Floyds Boogoop

Another less than stellar day at the office yields a more than stellar beer..

Boogoop is the fourth collaboration between two of my favorite breweries, Mikkeller and Three Floyds. Although I have not had the pleasure of trying the previous goops, I can almost certainly say that none of the beers I have had from either of these breweries has has fallen short of expectations. So...Boogoop is labeled as a Buckwheat Ale/Wheatwine, but I am not certain what to think of it. It pours like a Belgian (thick, sticky, foamy head), smells like an imperial IPA (big hops) and drinks like no other beer I have had. It is definitely a bit hot, as the booze comes on pretty strong, but you don't notice it at first. The initial flavor is hoppy and is followed a subtle Belgian yeasty flavor (think earthy...peaty), and then the booze (10.4% ABV) hits...almost like a light tingling, or medicinal feel. Either way, this brew is different. I am glad I have an extra bottle to cellar (thanks -again- Joel), as I will be extremely interested in what happens to this stuff after a year or so. If you can find this (Green's on Buford had several bottles last week) and a re feeling adventurous, go ahead and pick up a bottle or two...it probably isn't for the faint of heart, but worst case scenario, bring it to my house and I will split it with you...

ohtheguilt Ba score 4.5 out of 5.0