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Tripel Karmeliet Alcoholvrij

Belgium·Alcohol-Free Belgian Blonde
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The alcohol-free sibling of Tripel Karmeliet is brewed with the same three grains and spices, built on the 1679 recipe of barley, oats and wheat. Vanilla, banana and citrus set the tone, and the taste is soft and velvety. It carries just 0.4% ABV and comes from the Bosteels brewery in Buggenhout, brewing since 1791.

ABV
0.4%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSession
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
vanillabananacitrusy
vanilla
banana
citrusy
wheat
fruity
spicy
Aroma
The nose opens with pronounced vanilla and ripe banana notes, supported by subtle citrus undertones that lend brightness.
also:bready
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Tripel Karmeliet Alcoholvrij

◎ Appearance

A pale golden hue dominates the glass, radiating bright clarity with fine carbonation rising steadily. The head forms with modest height and exhibits stable lacing, leaving delicate trails along the rim. The beer maintains a light, inviting visual presence typical of the style.

pale goldenclearfine carbonationpersistent lace

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with pronounced vanilla and ripe banana notes, supported by subtle citrus undertones that lend brightness. Soft spice notes emerge beneath the fruit, while gentle malt sweetness provides a rounded foundation. The bouquet remains approachable and delicate, without alcohol burn.

vanilla, bananacitrus notessoft spicemalt sweetness

◐ Taste

The palate enters soft and velvety, with vanilla and banana flavors carrying the initial impression. Mid-palate reveals a cream-forward character alongside wheat notes and dry spice, balanced by restrained bitterness. The mouthfeel remains light yet full, delivering complexity without heaviness despite the alcohol-free format.

creamy, velvetyvanilla, banana, wheatdry spicelight body

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and relatively brief, fading gently with residual banana and vanilla impressions. A mild dryness persists without astringency, leaving the palate refreshed and ready for the next sip.

clean finishresidual fruitrefreshing
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
79
Taste
77
Appearance
78
Finish
76
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 9–12°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Goblet

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

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