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Kasteel Barista

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A quadrupel that looks like a porter or stout: almost jet-black under a head of tiny bubbles. Chocolate and coffee dominate the nose, hence the name Barista, with a subtle spiciness reminiscent of cinnamon. On the palate it is full-bodied and creamy, with caramel, toffee and chocolate and a satisfying hoppy bitterness, and it finishes dry and warming at 11 % ABV.

ABV
11.0%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Roasted bitterness
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
chocolatecoffeehoppy
chocolate
coffee
hoppy
caramel
spicy
fruity
Aroma
The nose is dominated by roasted chocolate and espresso notes, creating an inviting coffee-forward profile that justifies the Barista name.
not found:juicy,roasted,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Kasteel Barista

◎ Appearance

Deep jet-black color with minimal light transmission, belying the Quadrupel style beneath a dense collar of small, tightly-knit bubbles. The head retention is firm and persistent, with fine lacing clinging to the glass walls. Carbonation appears moderate and well-integrated.

jet-blackdense headfine lacing

◌ Aroma

The nose is dominated by roasted chocolate and espresso notes, creating an inviting coffee-forward profile that justifies the Barista name. Beneath lies a subtle spice layer reminiscent of cinnamon, adding complexity without overwhelming the primary aromas. No harsh or unpleasant alcohol burn, despite the 11% ABV.

chocolate, coffeecinnamon spiceroasted malt

◐ Taste

Full-bodied and creamy on entry, with caramel and toffee sweetness grounded by substantial chocolate character. The mid-palate reveals a satisfying hoppy bitterness that prevents the sweetness from cloying, while warming alcohol becomes perceptible without dominating. The finish turns notably dry, with lingering cocoa tannins and a gentle boozy warmth.

creamy, full-bodiedcaramel, toffeehoppy bitternessdry finish

◑ Finish

Persistent and warming, with dry cocoa notes extending through the aftertaste. The alcohol at 11% ABV provides a gentle heat that complements rather than overwhelms the overall sensation.

dry, warmingcocoa aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
84
Appearance
80
Finish
78
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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