Holy Sheet (Clipper City Brewing Company)

Holy Sheet! What a name for a beer. I absolutely love it! Don't let the name fool you though, this beer is no joke. Its another high octane contribution to the Heavy Seas collection from Clipper City Brewing Company out of Baltimore.

The label says:

"From the centuries-old tradition of Belgian Abbey monks comes our "Über Abbey" Ale. Aromatic and full bodied, pouring deep burgundy in color, it's bold, it's Heavy Seas. Grab a line...Holy Sheet!...or you'll be swept overboard. Seasonally available in February while supplies last."

Pours very, very dark brown with hints of ruby redness (you can call that burgundy if you'd like). The head is stark white and fluffy and about a half inch in thickness. Its a nice rich head that hangs on (just like the pirate on the label).

Smell is strong, sweet fruit with a touch of alcohol. Call me crazy but I am reminded just a little of Play-Doh when I smell this beer. Mainly, though, I am getting sweet fermented fruit and maybe a bit of cinnamon.

Taste is impressive with this one. Lots of sweetness, juicy fruits and a nice bit of warming from the high alcohol. This is a rich and flavorful beer and a great American version of a strong Abbey ale. This is a very unique beer with quite a bit of complexity.  Another great beer from the Heavy Seas collection! 

I love how American brewers aren't afraid to reproduce styles like this. It shows versatility as well as dedication to providing variety to the craft beer consumers in the US. 

Also, if you look closely at the label you'll notice the pirate is saying "Holy @#%*!" as he holds on for dear life during what looks to be one hell of storm! Too funny...

BEER FACTS

Name: Holy Sheet (Über Abbey Ale)

Style: Belgian Strong Dark Ale

Brewery: Clipper City Brewing Company

Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA

Container: 12 oz. bottle

Malts: ?

Hops: ?

ABV: 9%

IBUs: ?

The Heavy Seas Collection is:

Small Craft Warning Über pils - Strong Pilsner (Year Round)

Loose Cannon Hop3 Ale - India Pale Ale (Year Round)

Peg Leg Stout - Imperial Stout (Year Round)

Holy Sheet - Strong, Dark Belgian Ale (February Release)

Red Sky at Night - Saison Ale (May Release)

Hang Ten - Weizen Dopplebock (July Release)

Winter Storm - ESB (mid-October Release)

Below Decks - Barleywine (December Release)