This is a limited edition release from Redhook.  Brewed as closely as possible to the way old Belgian Trappist Monks would do it while trying to maintain a vow of silence or celibacy.  This particular small batch is designated by Redhook for summer, but it’s not infused with lemon or light and breezy like most Summer Seasonals.  It poured a reddish amber with a thin sudsy head.  It had a apple cider aroma with a little spice, maybe clove.  I let it sit long enough to see Jason Bay reach first and then get thrown out trying to steal second.  The first sip was a sweet, rich, classic Belgian ale taste with sweet cinnamon spice and vanilla.  The high carbonation counteracts the richness with a tart finish.  I let it sit for another inning and the richness let up and the vanilla flavors came forward.  The carbonation also dissipated.  I let it sit through a horrific 6th inning with John Smoltz  unravelling and giving up 3 home runs and a double.  Thankfully, the 10.2% ABV killed a little of that pain.  The warmth of the high alcohol content became more apparent as it hit room temperature.  The fruitiness and spiciness prevailed and the consistency became creamy.  Let this one get to room temp before digging in, or enjoy the dramatic changes as it warms.