In doing a little bit of research on this beer I came across the legend behind the name of this beer. Apparently there's a patch of ground near Bennett, North Carolina where no vegetation grows and local folklore is that this spot is the spot at which the devil can exit Hell and enter our mortal plane. I love weird local tales and bits of legend and folklore like this. But anyway, we've got another caned Belgian style ale, this time a tripel. The aforementioned Devil's Tramping Ground Tripel from Aviator Brewing, a brewery new to the hallowed halls of this here blog. To the beer!
It's not immediately evident fro looking at the photo above but Devil's Tramping Ground Tripel pours a hazy, vibrant, golden yellow beneath a fluffy white layer of persistent head that leaves beautiful lacing.
On the nose I get grassy, herbal hops, fruity notes of pear and lemon, and a white pepper, clove-y spiciness.
Devil's Tramping Ground is pretty full bodied with powdery citrusy notes of lemon. A sweet breast maltiness is countered by a spicy peppery bite and some Belgian yeasty esters. It's very drinkable for a beer with an ABV north of 9%, just a bit of boozy heat.
This is a pretty solid little tripel! Nothing totally out of the ordinary but I certainly wouldn't turn down another!
HD
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