Gaverhopke Bruin

Brewed by ’t Gaverhopke
Style: Abbey Dubbel
Stasegem-Harelbeke, Belgium

Serve in Trappist glass

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Even after 3 years, it's still almost explosive; cloudy light amber color, poor head retention. Strong aroma, malty and sour, a bit fruity. Quite dry mouthfeel, a bit astringent, woody. Old hops and long palate.

Bottle conditioned. Chestnut red, slight haze. Good thin but lasting off white head and moderate condition. Enticing yeasty dubbel aromas, with a maltiness reminiscent of malt whisky barrels and a slight tangy edge. Definite tangy metallic sour note in the mouth but the yeast and chocolate notes balance it out. Lingering chocolate and chalky yeast in the finish with a hazelnut note coming through right at the end. Thanks to John White for this gem.