Westmalle Trappist Belgian Tripel – Belgia

COMPREHENSIVE, SUSTAINABLE TRIPEL

Westmalle Tripel (9.5%) is a light Trappist beer with a golden-yellow color, with incredibly fruity aromas of ripe banana and a charming, subtle aroma of hops. This wholesome beer offers finesse and elegance, with a mild taste and creamy texture in the mouth, with bitter notes supported by fruit aromas. Enjoy a long-lasting, seasoned finish. The complex nature of Westmalle Tripel is due to the slow brewing process and its re-fermentation in the bottle.

Westmalle Tripel is usually poured from 33 cl bottles into a branded goblet that fits perfectly the contents of one bottle. Tripel can also be purchased in bottles with a capacity of 75 cl. In larger bottles, beer matures in a different way; The fruit aromas are milder with more maturity, and the beer has a subtle hint of vanilla.

ORIGINAL FROM THE BEGINNING

Westmalle Tripel was first brewed in 1934. This “mother of all tripels” is a worldwide reference to style and has inspired many brewers. Westmalle Tripel was introduced at the opening of the abbey’s new brewing hall. The recipe was adapted in 1956, but since then the recipe has remained unchanged.

Westmalle Tripel was added to the assortment in the 30s. XX century. “Tripel” refers to the fact that the ingredients are used in larger quantities than usual. In other words, this strong blonde contains three times more ingredients than the original Westmalle Trappist beer. Other breweries have since adopted the name “tripel” for their beers.