LSD (Lompoc Strong Draft)
The New Old Lompoc

LSD (Lompoc Strong Draft)LSD (Lompoc Strong Draft)
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From:
The New Old Lompoc
 
Oregon, United States
Style:
American Strong Ale
ABV:
6.9%
Score:
86
Avg:
3.84 | pDev: 10.68%
Reviews:
52
Ratings:
90
Status:
Retired
Rated:
Jan 02, 2018
Added:
May 04, 2003
Wants:
  8
Gots:
  7
Known as "Lompoc Strong Draft" on tap.

December 2008: first bottle release, labeled "Lompoc Special Draft"
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Ratings by velosuds:
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Reviewed by velosuds from Oregon

3.56/5  rDev -7.3%
look: 4 | smell: 3 | taste: 3.5 | feel: 4 | overall: 4
Poured from a 22oz bomber into a clear pint glass. No freshness date. Purchased at Whole Foods in Bend, OR for $3.99.

A-Pours a very dark amber, almost dark pecan or chestnut. Two finger, tannish-white head with average retention and modest lacing. Almost looks like a porter or stout. Odd.

S-Not much aroma, in my opinion, and what is there is mostly malts.

T-Very pleasant malt presence, but not much hop bitterness noted. Most ambers I enjoy have more hop profile.

M-Very smooth and well balanced, but a tad watery.

D-A good, but not great amber ale. Smooth and easy drinking. 6.9% ABV is nicely masked.

I've had better amber ales, and I couldn't help hankering after a SkullSplitter. Not sure if this is a good thing. Closest thing I had in my fridge was an Arrogant Bastard Ale, which made for a nice conclusion to my beer drinking this evening.
Aug 09, 2009
More User Ratings:
 
Rated: 4 by 1971bernat from Virginia

Jan 02, 2018
 
Rated: 4.08 by MattSn from Oregon

Sep 03, 2017
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Reviewed by Dmorley from Oregon

3.88/5  rDev +1%
look: 3.5 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4 | feel: 3.5 | overall: 3.5
Lil smoke aftertaste can throw you off at first, let it sink in, deep breath and let it hit your nose in a nice breath. Then do it again. If you gulp this guy down you might not love it. Drink. Breath. Relax. Do it again.
May 26, 2017
 
Rated: 3.75 by NickThePyro from Washington

Oct 21, 2016
 
Rated: 3.78 by Durge from Connecticut

Oct 08, 2015
 
Rated: 4 by nathanmiller from New York

Jul 12, 2015
 
Rated: 3.93 by ZekeMillz from Oregon

May 10, 2015
 
Rated: 3.53 by kamikazeokami from Oregon

Apr 27, 2015
 
Rated: 3.78 by wethorseblanket from California

Feb 12, 2015
 
Rated: 3 by dshansen1184 from Washington

Sep 28, 2014
 
Rated: 3.8 by jds16 from Ohio

Aug 30, 2014
 
Rated: 4.5 by DrMindbender from South Carolina

Jul 18, 2014
 
Rated: 3.75 by PretzelCity from California

Jul 14, 2014
 
Rated: 4 by ricecracker420 from California

Jan 31, 2014
 
Rated: 4 by Hopmodium from Washington

Jan 25, 2014
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Reviewed by NiceTaps from New Jersey

4.25/5  rDev +10.7%
look: 4.25 | smell: 4.25 | taste: 4.25 | feel: 4.25 | overall: 4.25
220z bomber in a standard pint glass.

A- Rich mahogany color; 1f mocha tan head, fluffy. Lots of sticky lacing.

S- Sugary roast malt. Licorice, chocolate, molasses. Creamy mocha latte. Lightly smoked, just right. A hop touch.

T-Smoked malts, roast coffee, chocolate. Purple fruits.

M- Medium body, good carbonation. Creamy. Smokey finish. Earthy resins.

O- Very good smoked beer. 6.9% abv is well hidden by flavors and aromas.
Dec 14, 2013
 
Rated: 4 by MikeRice1969 from Oregon

Oct 21, 2013
 
Rated: 3.75 by WillieThreebiers from Connecticut

Oct 12, 2013
 
Rated: 4 by DimensionX from Oregon

Sep 10, 2013
LSD (Lompoc Strong Draft) from The New Old Lompoc
Beer rating: 86 out of 100 with 90 ratings