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Cherries Jubilee Quad

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Bright, tart cherry notes and subtle brandy warmth, complemented by dark fruit, Belgian esters and a delicate hint of cinnamon apples. This Belgian-style quadrupel is infused with Washington and Belgian tart cherries and matures for 13 months in oak apple brandy barrels, with the cherries added halfway through. Barrel-aged cherry ale, 12.9% ABV, Barrel-Aged, Well Rested.

ABV
12.9%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
deep amber18
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
tartoakdark fruit
tart
oak
dark fruit
fruity
spicy
bready
Aroma
Bright tart cherry leads on the nose, immediately followed by warm oak and subtle brandy spice.
also:yeasty
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Cherries Jubilee Quad

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to light brown, with excellent clarity and a dense, off-white head that clings to the glass with fine Schaumkleiden. The color reflects the deep Malz character and barrel age, while carbonation presents as gentle and refined. Light plays through the body with a warm, inviting glow typical of well-aged quadrupels.

deep amberpersistent headbrilliant clarity

◌ Aroma

Bright tart cherry leads on the nose, immediately followed by warm oak and subtle brandy spice. Dark stone fruit, plum, and dried apricot emerge beneath, mingling with classic Belgian yeast esters that suggest pear and clove. A delicate whisper of cinnamon and apple spice rounds the profile without dominating.

tart cherryoak and brandyBelgian estersstone fruit

◐ Taste

The palate opens with tart cherry and oak, establishing a pleasant acidity that cuts through the full, vollmundig body. Mid-palate develops dark fruit complexity—plum and raisin—alongside warming alcohol and a gentle spice note. Bitterness remains restrained at 25 IBU, allowing the fruit and oak to shine; the finish dries progressively, leaving a refined tannic grip.

tart cherrydark fruitoak tanninsboozy warmthdry finish

◑ Finish

The aftertaste lingers with dry oak, subtle cherry tartness, and a whisper of brandy heat. The spice fades gracefully, leaving a smooth, slightly astringent conclusion that invites another sip.

drylingering tanninswarming fade
84
hopIQ score
Aroma
87
Taste
86
Appearance
85
Finish
82
Serve at 12–16°C

Serve at 12–14°C. This is a contemplative beer — warmth unlocks the dark fruit, caramel and complex malt.

Goblet

The wide mouth and heavy base promote head formation and channel rich aromatics toward the nose. Traditional for Belgian strong ales.

Built for cellaring. Age 2–5 years for deeper complexity. Store upright at 12–16°C.

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