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Kaapse Pedro

Kaapse Brouwers
Netherlands·Ale
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Fruity and wine-like, this fourth collaboration with La Pirata of Catalonia uses about 10% Cabernet Sauvignon grapes from Hungary, given a period of skin maceration, before the beer rested a little over six months on Bordeaux barrels. 7.5% ABV. Pedro is a twist on Piet, the name of the first beer with La Pirata, which honoured Rotterdam's Piet Hein.

ABV
7.5%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
fruityoakdark fruit
fruity
oak
dark fruit
Aroma
The nose leads with ripe dark fruit—plum, blackberry, and cherry—layered beneath vanilla and cedar notes from Bordeaux barrel contact.
not found:hoppy,caramel,clean,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Kaapse Pedro

◎ Appearance

Deep amber to brown in color, reflecting the extended barrel aging and Cabernet Sauvignon grape influence. The beer shows good clarity with a modest, fine-grained head that settles into a thin collar. Carbonation appears moderate, appropriate for a beer of this weight and complexity.

deep amberclearmodest head retention

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with ripe dark fruit—plum, blackberry, and cherry—layered beneath vanilla and cedar notes from Bordeaux barrel contact. Subtle wine-like character emerges from the grape maceration, mingling with a gentle toasted oak foundation. The overall impression is elegant and restrained, without aggressive alcohol heat.

dark fruitoak and vanillawine-like character

◐ Taste

Entry is soft and velvety, with prominent dark berry and stone fruit flavors balanced by a light oak tannin structure. Mid-palate develops smooth richness and a subtle vinous quality that speaks to both the barrel treatment and grape addition. Bitterness is gentle at 30 IBU, playing a supporting role rather than dominating the composition.

soft palatedark fruit forwardbalanced oak tannins

◑ Finish

The finish is moderately long and clean, with lingering notes of plum and cedar fading gracefully into a dry, wine-like aftertaste. No harsh alcohol burn despite the 7.5% ABV; instead, warmth and complexity build toward the close.

long finishwine-like fade
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
83
Appearance
78
Finish
80
Serve at 6–8°C

Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.

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About Ale

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What is a Ale?

India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.

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