Reflecting its identity as a barley champagne, this Belgian Tripel offers a refined yet bold sensory profile. It pours with a brilliant golden hue and a thick, creamy head that captures a complex bouquet of peppery phenols and bright citrus esters. The palate is defined by a soft, grainy-sweet malt foundation that quickly gives way to a firm hop bitterness and an effervescent, high carbonation. True to its inspiration, the mouthfeel is remarkably light and crisp, masking the 8% strength with a sharp, dry finish that leaves a lingering trail of fruit and spice.
Appearance.Deep yellow to pale gold in color with brilliant clarity. Displays an effervescent character with a long-lasting, rocky, creamy white head that leaves characteristic lacing on the glass.
Aroma.High intensity aromatics featuring a complex but seamless blend of peppery and clove-like phenols alongside fruity esters of orange and lemon. A light, honey-like malt sweetness supports the yeast character, with a subtle floral hop note in the background.
Taste.Initial soft malt sweetness is quickly balanced by spicy yeast phenols and citrus-led esters. The bitterness is firm and accentuated by a high level of attenuation, resulting in an intense but very dry finish. The aftertaste is clean with a lingering spicy-fruity character.
Mouthfeel.Medium-light body that feels lighter than the gravity suggests due to high carbonation. Effervescent and crisp with a subtle, well-integrated alcohol warmth and no astringency.