Victorious Victory for the # 12

One may be a lonely number, but the number twelve can be even lonelier if you only purchased a single 750ml bottle of the Victory Brewing Company's V Twelve Ale. This Belgian inspired ale, of a whopping 12% alcohol by volume, was a rare treat. First, 12% alcohol is just about like drinking a glass of wine. Second, the 12% alcohol was so subtle in taste, that I wasn't really aware of the ale's potency as I was drinking it. A good sign I am sure. A sign that allows you to want even more of this beverage once you have finished the bottle. Victory V Twelve Ale was very smooth with a very enjoyable light sweetness to it. The most remarkable thing about the beer, besides the taste, was the color. Poured in a wide mouth goblet, the color of the ale was the deepest red I have ever seen. I actually found myself staring at this glass of beer numerous times throughout my afternoon of beer enjoyment. The color of this ale really was something to see.

I used Victory V 12 as an appertif. I had ordered some Chinese food for home delivery. Chicken and Broccolli in a brown sauce. As I was waiting the customary 30 minutes for my food, I poured a nice chalice full of beer and sat in my wide back chair to enjoy this brew on an empty stomach. I have to tell you, V 12 is an incredibly well done beer and tastes fantastic. By the time I had finished my first glass, I had forgotten about my food and poured another. Thankfully the doorbell rang before I had finished my second glass. I wasn't sure how Chinese food would go with Belgian beer, but happily, it didn't matter. The ale was so good, any food would have been complemented by its subtle complexity. V 12 is bottle conditioned in 750ml, champagne corked bottles. They are perfect to take to a nice BYOB restaurant with just about two 12 oz servings per V 12.

The Victory Brewery Company is located Downingtown, Pennsylvania. They are the brewers of many fine beers. You can lean more about Victory Brewing by going to www.victorybeer.com .