21 Jan 2009
Westmalle Tripel
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About: I recall my first sip of beer very fondly. At a very early age I was watching a baseball game with my father, and he noticed I was curious as to the colorful red and white canned beverage in his hand and finally offered me a sip. At that point I felt like I was a part of something special. As I was never able to touch those elusive drinks prior to that moment, I felt like a grown man, sipping the sudsy elixir with my dad watching sports on the tv screen.
That was a one time event though, and it wasnt until my teen years when I realized the magical effects beer can have at social functions. I became enamored immediately with the level of fun that can be had while drinking what I also had confessed was the most refreshing drink in existence.
After years of experimenting with every drink available to me, I have found my tastes and preferences have matured. Still, more so than ever I am driven by the quest to find the ultimate beverage. Though I know there is no such thing I am always trying something new to find my favorites. I enjoy variety, and also believe the only way to discover truly what you enjoy the most is by trying everything you can. Not only do you learn about the various styles and flavors associated with the many kinds of beer, but you also learn what you like as well as what perhaps you are not particularly fond of. There is a time and a mood for just about any style of beer crafted today, and the more you experience the better you are prepared to suit your own tastes.
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Name: Tripel
Brewery: Westmalle
Overall Rating: A/+
Style: Trappist Ale
Serving Style: 11.2oz Bottle
ABV: 9.5 %
Serving Temp: 48
Price: $5.49
Appearance: A beautiful light to medium straw gold with a slight haze in the liquid. The head is huge on this one with extra feisty carbonation quickly rising towards the top of the glass. A foamy off white lacing is left wherever the carbonation has been.
Aroma: The scent of yeast first enters your nose, followed by a bit of malts and fruits, along with florals, spice and some hops. Its all in here.
Flavor: Tons of flavor come from this smaller unsuspecting bottle, a dash of malt is quickly subdued with Belgian yeast, a hint of spice, and a nice bitter bite followed by a warm finish. All this flavor and yet the finish sets you up perfectly for the next drink.
Body: The thick full body is accented by the amazing carbonation this brew possesses.
Enjoyability: The Westmalle Tripel really has got it all, its bold and strong, is creamy on the palate, and at the same time finishes smoothly. As far as Belgian Tripels go, this beverage seems to be everything you could hope for, so look no further and do yourself a favor by trying this one today.
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Tags: beer review, belgian, tripel, westmalle
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January 22nd, 2009 at 7:45 am
I like the serving temp. Probably should add serving glass as well. Hmm….Ba already does all that crap. Damn it.
A Tripel by Brouwerij Westmalle (Adbij der Trappisten van Westmalle) in Malle, Belgium
Suggested Food Pairings Pair with: Cuisine (Mediterranean) Cheese (sharp; Blue, Cheddar, pungent; Gorgonzola, Limburger) Meat (Pork, Poultry)
Suggested Food Pairings Glassware: Snifter, Goblet (or Chalice)
A / outstanding as of 01-22-2009