Beer Club February 2011 - Abbey Dubbels

We did Trappist beers in general for March 2010's Beer Club but I decided to break it down a bit further and do specifically the abbey (and abbey style) dubbels.  I wanted a nice mix of American beers to mix in with the Belgian beers.  This was not only to compare and contrast how the breweries in the US interpreted the styles but also give some examples of beers that didn't cost $5+ 

The lineup:

• New Belgium Brewing Company - New Belgium Abbey
• Duvel Moortgat - Maredsous 8 Brune
• Goose Island Beer Company - Pere Jacques (2009 vintage)
• Chimay Rouge (Red)
• Brewery Ommegang (Moortgat) - Ommegang Abbey Ale
• Westmalle Dubbel

We once again split into two nights. The first night we welcomed back Captain Dave for his second guest appearance and were also joined by Michael from the Four Firkins.  The second night was comprised of the the original founding members who made the club what it is today.