trippel

As an immediate fan of this beer's beautiful label, I was not disappointed by the drinkabilty of New Belgium's Trippel.  It's a nice change from the Three Floyds and Southern Tier beers we always seem to have on hand.  I will rate it a 4 out of 5. 
 
Here are the beer geeky facts from New Belgium...

This Trippel Belgian Style Ale opens with a bold blast of hops that slowly gives way to the fruity esters implied by our Belgian yeast strain. In the Belgian tradition of brewing singles, doubles and triples, Trippel is the strongest with the longest fermentation. Remarkably smooth and complex, our bottle-conditioned Trippel is spiced with a trace of coriander.

 

Birthdate: February, 1992

ABV: 7.8%

IBU: 25

Calories: 221

Hops: Saaz, Liberty, Target

Malts: Pale, Munich, Victory

Fruits/Spice: Coriander

Body: Medium - Full

Aroma: Phenolic (clove-like, spicy, warm, herbal) slight banana ester aromas.

Mouthfeel: Creamy mouthfeel yet alcohol cleans and warms the palate

Flavor: Evident alcohol warmth, bittersweet, spicy- herbal notes from yeast and hops

Visual: Clear (kegs) or Hazy (bottles) deep straw-like golden hue