new Unibroue beers

GregClow · Post by **GregClow** » Mon Dec 01, 2003 7:22 pm

According to the <a href="http://www.unibroue.com/english.cfm">Unibroue website</a>, they have two new beers available - a black currant version of Éphémère, and something called Édition 2004. Anyone had a chance to try either of these? Anyone planning a beer run to Quebec soon?

borderline_alcoholic · Mon Dec 01, 2003 7:35 pm

On 2003-12-01 19:22, GregClow wrote:
and something called Édition 2004.

I assume that Edition 2004 is what would otherwise be called "12". I am looking forward to trying it. Is the 11 being discontinued now? That will be sad.

Once I find out the style, I'll almost certainly be ordering a case of the 2004. There are only a few Belgian styles which I tend to avoid completely, and so far I have very much enjoyed 10, 11 Fringante and Terrible, so I expect to continue going through the "high-end" Unibroue beers which look to appeal to me.

Kid Presentable · Post by **Kid Presentable** » Mon Dec 01, 2003 10:03 pm

I had both beers last night. the cassis is vbery good. the 2004 is great. I picked up a few bottles of each last weekend in montreal.

kp

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borderline_alcoholic · Tue Dec 02, 2003 12:43 am

And what type of beer is the 2004?

Josh Oakes · Post by **Josh Oakes** » Tue Dec 02, 2003 10:41 am

The Edition 2004 is something like a spiced strong Maudite. It's actually very spicy, but enjoyable stuff.

borderline_alcoholic · Wed Dec 03, 2003 10:10 am

Aha, sounds good to me.

Cheers for the info.

Maudite · Post by **Maudite** » Thu Dec 11, 2003 8:22 am

The predominate spice used in the 2004 is Cardommon. This is a East Indian exotic spice that has been infused into the beer. This is very different than the 10 and 11 anniversary ale. For private order forward a detailed fax to: 905-404-0121. This will be released for one month only and than that will be it for the year.

Unibroue will also be releasing various products by private order.

Don de Dieu, Eau Benite and Trois Pistoles in 750ml bottles will be made available as well. Dates will be confirmed later on.

We will also be showcasing our Ephemere series on draught as of January 04.

Ephemere Cassis - has a faint red grapefruit color and is a wheat based beer, which is so dry like a champagne and finishes tart.
This will be made available to licensees from January - mid-march.

Ephemere Apple - This will be released for the summer months. May-August.

Maudite - October.

Ephemere Cranberry- made available from November to late December.

Our new mix 12 pack will be made available by April of next year. The Ephemere series will only be made available for a short time.

Enjoy your fill!

Maudite.

GregClow · Post by **GregClow** » Thu Dec 11, 2003 9:39 am

I split a bottle of the 2004 with a friend last night, and we were both very impressed. We were amazed by the smoothness and lack of alcohol character given it's high percentage. As some have already noted, it bears some similarity to Maudite, but it's much more robust and flavourful. Fine stuff!

Also popped into Joe's last night, and he mentioned that he'll have the Cassis on tap in the new year.

Gunny · Post by **Gunny** » Wed Dec 17, 2003 6:36 pm

Maudite:
I faxed my request for the Edition 2004 to the number you posted but I haven't received a response as of yet. Is there anything else I need to do in order to process this order?

Slainte,
Jeff

Maudite · Post by **Maudite** » Wed Dec 17, 2003 7:23 pm

Gunny.

If you faxed it than we received it. Orders will not be made available for sometime. I'll keep you posted when we will be releasing the product. Maudite.

Gunny · Post by **Gunny** » Wed Dec 17, 2003 7:31 pm

Good to here monsieur. I wait with anticipation.

Slainte,
Jeff

Manul · Post by **Manul** » Fri Dec 26, 2003 12:40 pm

Does anyone know where can I buy 2004 in Montreal?

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Maudite · Post by **Maudite** » Sat Dec 27, 2003 10:09 am

Visit the SAQ stores (Quebec's version of the LCBO) and convenience stores are your best bet. We do have them at the Fourquette Fourchette in Chambly as well. The Metro grocery stores are a safe bet as well. Best of luck!

dhurtubise · Post by **dhurtubise** » Sat Dec 27, 2003 6:35 pm

As long as I have been buying beers Quebec, when an Unibroue beer was offered at the SAQ, it wasn't available at any dépaneurs (10, terrible, friguante and now qqchose). The oposite was true as well. As far as I know, 2004 is available at the dépaneurs and therefore unlikely to be available at SAQs. If you can't find it in the neighbouring dépaneurs, head for Métro Joanette.

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Lubiere · Post by **Lubiere** » Sun Dec 28, 2003 12:07 am

I can confirm this is depanneur/supermarket fare. Bought mine at Joanette for 7.95$ .There is also a new brewery, Frères Houblons, but experience with their beer, the Blanche de Trois-rivieres....it sucks!