This Belgian Golden Strong Ale offers a sophisticated sensory experience, blending traditional power with a modern hoppy edge. A base of high-quality barley and wheat malts provides a slightly grainy-sweet foundation that supports the beer’s robust character. The addition of Magnum hops ensures a clean, foundational bitterness, while Cascade hops introduce aromatic citrus layers that mingle with the style’s signature pome fruit esters and peppery phenols. Effervescent and crisp, it balances a deceptive strength with a refreshing profile, finishing with a lingering, subtle hop-bitter dryness that highlights its West Flemish roots and unique, potent personality.
Appearance.Deep gold (5 SRM) with brilliant clarity. Features a massive, rocky, long-lasting white head that leaves characteristic Belgian lacing as it slowly recedes.
Aroma.High intensity bouquet featuring pear and apple esters alongside moderate citrus notes from Cascade hops. A nearly neutral grainy-sweet malt base is accented by low peppery phenols and a soft, perfumy alcohol presence.
Taste.Complex initial impression of pome fruit and citrus. Light grainy malt flavors follow, leading into a medium-high bitterness driven by Magnum hops and accentuated by a high degree of attenuation. The finish is long and very dry, with a lingering herbal and citrus hop character.
Mouthfeel.Medium body with very high, effervescent carbonation. Provides a smooth but noticeable alcohol warmth without being hot or solventy. Subtle creaminess from the wheat content.