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Kaapse Jerom

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Banana esters lead the nose of this Belgian-style Tripel, followed by a soft, malty body from barley, wheat and oats and delicate hopping with Columbus, Pacific Crest and Cascade. 8.2% ABV, gluten-free. Brewed first in 2023 after the success of Louise, at first only on keg in the brewery's own taprooms, then canned for the core range. Named after Jerommeke from Suske en Wiske.

ABV
8.2%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
golden5
PaceSipper
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
bananamaltywheat
banana
malty
wheat
fruity
yeasty
spicy hop
Aroma
Banana esters dominate the nose, bringing forward a distinctive fruity character typical of Belgian yeast fermentation.
also:spicy,bready
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Kaapse Jerom

◎ Appearance

Pale golden in color with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent head that clings to the glass with delicate lacing. The carbonation is lively, evident in steady streams of small bubbles that maintain a bright, inviting visual presence throughout the drinking experience.

pale goldenclearfine head retentionlively carbonation

◌ Aroma

Banana esters dominate the nose, bringing forward a distinctive fruity character typical of Belgian yeast fermentation. Soft malty notes from barley, wheat and oats provide a gentle backdrop, while subtle spice and herbal notes from Columbus, Pacific Crest and Cascade hops add complexity without overwhelming the delicate balance.

banana estersmalty sweetnessBelgian yeastsubtle hop spice

◐ Taste

The palate opens with pronounced banana and stone fruit notes, supported by a smooth, slightly bready maltiness that speaks to the wheat and oat content. Mild hop bitterness and a faint peppery spice emerge in the mid-palate, maintaining elegance rather than assertiveness. The body is soft and approachable, finishing with a touch of dryness that keeps the beer refreshing.

banana forwardsmooth malt bodygentle bitternessdry finish

◑ Finish

The finish is clean and moderately dry, with banana and subtle malt notes persisting gently on the palate. A light spiciness lingers briefly, encouraging another sip.

drylingering bananaclean
78
hopIQ score
Aroma
82
Taste
76
Appearance
80
Finish
75
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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About Tripel

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What is a 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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