This Belgian Dark Strong Ale offers a rich, sensory-driven experience that mirrors the complexity of a classic Quadrupel while maintaining a refined 8.5% ABV. The aroma is highly expressive, blending the sweetness of candy sugar with distinctive notes of ripe apples and roasted hints of coffee and dark chocolate. Upon the first sip, the palate is enveloped by a harmonious mixture of caramelized and roasted barley malts, creating a long-lasting sensation of dried fruits and gentle sweetness. Despite its depth, the beer concludes with a fine malt bitterness and a clean, dry finish, supported by a smooth, creamy texture and gentle carbonation.
Appearance.Black-brown (SRM 35+), featuring a beige, soft-creamy, and persistent head with light effervescence and fine lacing.
Aroma.High intensity; complex blend of roasted coffee and dark chocolate from specialty malts, accented by sweet candy sugar, ripe apples, and deep dried fruit esters like raisins and plums.
Taste.Rich and rounded malt flavors of chocolate and coffee; initial sweetness from candy sugar gives way to dried fruit complexity; finishes moderately dry with a fine, lingering malt bitterness.
Mouthfeel.Medium body with a smooth, creamy texture; moderate to high carbonation with a noticeable but well-integrated alcohol warmth and no harshness.