Microbrouwerij De Backer PIKAMIEL

Name: Microbrouwerij De Backer PIKAMIEL
Brand: Beer
SKU: 65de15541603da067d366312
Rating: 3.35 (380 reviews)

Spice, Herb o Vegetable Beer 6.9 º 25 IBU

Microbrouwerij De Backer

PIKAMIEL is a complex Alternative Sugar Beer that masterfully integrates Belgian artisanal traditions with delicate Acacia honey. The visual presentation is a deep mahogany, reflecting a grist of Special B and Mroost 1400, which provide rich notes of raisin, dark caramel, and a hint of cocoa. On the nose, the honey’s floral perfume mingles with spicy, earthy hop aromas from Tettnanger, Perle, Golding, and Saaz. The addition of lactose and oats creates a velvety, medium-full body that carries flavors of toasted wheat and dark fruit. This unfiltered ale offers a harmonious balance between honeyed sweetness and a clean, spicy hop finish.

Appearance. Deep mahogany to dark brown (28-35 SRM) with brilliant ruby highlights when held to light. Persistent, creamy tan head with fine lacing. Unfiltered with a slight haze due to refermentation.

Aroma. Moderate-high intensity featuring floral Acacia honey and rich, dark malt sweetness. Notes of plum, raisin, and toasted bread are prominent, supported by a low spicy and herbal hop character from Saaz and Golding. Clean fermentation with subtle apple esters.

Taste. Initial honeyed sweetness transition into a complex malt mid-palate of caramel and dark fruit from the Special B malt. The lactose provides a smooth, unfermentable sweetness that balances the mild bitterness of the Perle and Tettnanger hops. Toasted wheat and oats add a nutty graininess. The finish is lingering and sweet, but balanced by a hint of roasted grain.

Mouthfeel. Medium-full body with a smooth, creamy texture enhanced by oats and milk sugar. Moderate carbonation. Subtle, well-integrated alcohol warmth that complements the beer's richness without being harsh.

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