Westmalle Duo
Westmalle Duo is the brewery's answer to a question between two of its own classics: a golden-blonde tripel that borrows the crisp structure of the Extra while keeping the fruity body of the Tripel. Six hop varieties weave through a balance of spice and orchard fruit — apple and pear meeting the herbal freshness Belgian hops bring. The palate is full and creamy, the bitterness understated at 32 IBU, and the finish turns gently fruity with an aftertaste that lingers. A beer for unhurried drinking. Serve cool, in a tulip glass.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for Westmalle Duo
Serve at 10–13°C in a goblet. The yeast character and carbonation are the stars — cold would suppress both.
The wide mouth and heavy base promote head formation and channel rich aromatics toward the nose. Traditional for Belgian strong ales.
Drink within 2 years. Some complexity develops with age but the yeast character is best relatively fresh.
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What is a Belgian Tripel?
Tripels are strong Belgian ales with 8–10% ABV. Deceptively pale, they offer fruit esters, spicy yeast, sweet malt and a warming finish.
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