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Corsendonk Agnus

Brouwerij Corsendonk
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🌍 Belgium · Belgian Ale · One of 17 Belgian Ales in hopIQ

Corsendonk Agnus is a Belgian abbey-style ale brewed by Brouwerij Corsendonk with a rich, malty character and subtle spice notes. This dark amber ale offers a complex flavor profile with warming alcohol and a smooth, balanced finish typical of traditional Trappist-inspired brews.

ABV
7.3%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
deep amber18
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Where this beer sits· Four axes, the same for every beer in hopIQ.
Body
Substantial body.
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
Off-dry finish.
drysweet
Bitterness
Soft bitterness.
mildbitter
Texture
Very crisp mouthfeel.
crispcreamy

Very crisp and substantial.

A heavy frame with a sharp finish — a rare combination that stays pointed on the tongue.

Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Belgian Ale.
Malt character
malty
caramel
toasty
Fermentation & yeast
clove
yeasty
Distinctive notes
spicy
dark fruit

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Corsendonk Agnus

◎ Appearance

Corsendonk Agnus displays a deep amber to dark copper hue with excellent clarity and a rich, golden head that exhibits strong retention. The beer presents itself with an inviting, burnished appearance that suggests the complexity within.

deep ambercopper-tonedpersistent headbrilliant clarity

◌ Aroma

The nose reveals a sophisticated blend of Belgian yeast esters, with prominent banana and clove notes characteristic of abbey ale fermentation. Rich malty undertones combine with subtle dark fruit aromatics, creating an inviting and complex bouquet without aggressive hop presence.

banana estersclove spicedark fruitmalty sweetness

◐ Taste

The palate opens with full-bodied malty sweetness that dominates the flavor profile, complemented by fruity esters and warming alcohol notes. Mid-palate reveals nuanced dark fruit character and spice complexity, while the moderate bitterness (28 IBU) provides excellent balance without overpowering the delicate flavors.

malty sweetnessdark fruitclove-spicefull-bodied warmth

◑ Finish

The finish is smooth and lingering, with sweet malt character persisting on the palate alongside gentle alcohol warmth. A sophisticated aftertaste showcases continued fruity and spiced notes that reward the patient drinker.

lingering sweetnesssmoothwarming finish
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
84
Appearance
80
Finish
81
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Corsendonk Agnus

Serve at 9–12°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

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

Goblet
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

Food Pairing

What to eat with Corsendonk Agnus

About Belgian Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Belgian Ale?

Belgian Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

Finding a similar Belgian Ale

hopIQ matches by flavor profile — not just style label. A beer with the same malty, spicy, caramel character as Corsendonk Agnus will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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