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Rechoncha

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Amber, liqueur-like and deep, with a citrus lift and a sour, complex yet light character. It is a barrel-aged super tripel cooked with fresh lemons and oranges from the Murcian huerta, released as a limited edition. The brewery has Rechoncha arrive dawdling, with a message about how beers like this one start the repair and restoration of the palate.

ABV
9.5%
Bitterness
Mild4 IBU
Citrus hop bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
What makes this beer itself
MaltHop
citrusyorangesour
citrusy
orange
sour
oak
fruity
honey
Aroma
The nose opens with bright citrus notes—fresh lemon and orange zest from Murcia's huerta—layered over subtle oak influence from barrel maturation.
also:spicy
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Rechoncha

◎ Appearance

Rechoncha presents a luminous amber hue with a deep, honeyed undertone characteristic of barrel aging. The beer displays excellent clarity with a fine, persistent head that leaves delicate lacing on the glass. Carbonation is restrained, allowing the liqueur-like density to express itself fully.

amber, deepfine lacinglow carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with bright citrus notes—fresh lemon and orange zest from Murcia's huerta—layered over subtle oak influence from barrel maturation. Beneath the citrus lift sits a complex foundation of candied honey and white pepper spice. The alcohol warmth is present but well-integrated, contributing to the overall aromatic depth rather than dominance.

citrus zestbarrel oakhoney, spice

◐ Taste

The palate entry is surprisingly light despite the 9.5% ABV, with citrus acidity taking the lead. Mid-palate develops a sour complexity that feels elegant and restrained, accented by drying oak tannins and a honeyed malt foundation. The finish remains dry with lingering citrus and a gentle spiritous warmth that calls for contemplation rather than quick consumption.

citrus-forwardsour complexityoak drynesslight yet full

◑ Finish

The finish extends moderately, with citrus brightness fading into a subtle oak and alcohol warmth. A pleasant sour note persists on the palate, inviting the next sip and suggesting the beer's restorative character.

dry citruslingering acidity
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
84
Appearance
80
Finish
78
Serve at 9–12°C

Serve at 10–13°C in a goblet. The yeast character and carbonation are the stars — cold would suppress both.

Goblet

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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