Everyone
75

Goose Island Class of '88 Belgian Style Ale

Goose Island Beer Company
Chicago, IL, United States of America
Deschutes Brewery
Bend, OR, United States of America


Vital Statistics

Release: Limited Single
ABV: 11.2%
Bitterness: 7 IBU

From the brewer

The Class of ‘88 Belgian Style Ale was brewed in collaboration with Deschutes Brewery to celebrate both of our silver anniversary this year. Our Class of ‘88 beer is brewed with whole flower Mt Hood hops, which were first introduced in 1988, then transferred to Muscat casks and aged with Michigan Riesling Grape juice and Oregon Pinot Noir grape must. The result is a golden belgian strong ale with a pleasant aroma of semi-sweet Riesling grapes and fresh green hops, complemented by a touch of tartness that is quickly cut by a bright, dry finish reminiscent of a refreshing white wine. Enjoy this tribute to the Class of 88.

Average Scores

Overall: 75 (logged 1 time)
Bottle: 75 (logged 1 time)

Who's been drinking this

Strong wine characteristics, it carries the Muscat really well, especially when paired with foie-gras. Stands up to old cheese too!
Bottle at Home