Tripel
ABV 9.5%
IBU 38
FLAVOR PROFILE
Apricot, Earthy Hops, Slightly Fruity, Zesty
AVAILABILITY
Limited
INGREDIENTS
MALT
Gambrinus Canadian Pilsner, Carafoam
HOPS
Tettnang, Perle, Styrian Goldingv
YEAST
Belgian Ale
Apricot, Earthy Hops, Slightly Fruity, Zesty
Limited
Gambrinus Canadian Pilsner, Carafoam
Tettnang, Perle, Styrian Goldingv
Belgian Ale
A Belgian Tripel traditionally falls in line with the classic Abbey/Monastery beers of Belgium. They are made alongside the other classic Abbey beers - Single and Dubbel. The names refer to the strength, rather than the style. There is a wide range for Singles (normally around 5.0% ABV), Dubbel is around 8% and is dark and chocolaty.
The Tripel is light in color, but the strongest at 9.5%; it is known for having a strong hop flavor when it is young and fresh. The Tripel was particularly designed to 'give bread' during the monks 40 day fast. The monks were allowed to have one a day to give them sustenance to survive their fast.
pFriem’s really showcases the fresh hop character that is found only from noble hops that are grown in Northern Europe, but the beer is ever so balanced with fruity yeast and rich maltiness found from the alcohol strength.
White fluffy head on top of bright golden hues. Aromas of floral grass with hints of pear. Flavors of apricot are finessed with the spiciness from the hops. The pallet is left with a zesty earthiness.
Nutty cheeses such as Pierre robert, camembert and cremaux de Delice. Apricot and quince mostarda. Candied almonds and walnuts. Margherita pizza, and Genovese pesto. Grilled Chinook and other rich fish. Summer vegetable ratatouille or succotash.
