Flavor Profile
How this beer tastes, mapped across 48 flavour tags
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What is a Belgian Dubbel?
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Serve & Enjoy
How to get the most out of La Trappe Dubbel
Serve at 10–12°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.
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.
Tasting Notes
AI-generated sensory profile for La Trappe Dubbel
◎ Appearance
La Trappe Dubbel displays a beautiful deep copper-brown hue with excellent clarity and a thick, creamy head that demonstrates impressive retention. The color is characteristic of the style, with subtle ruby highlights when held to light. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating fine bubbles that support the substantial foam collar.
◌ Aroma
The nose is dominated by rich dark fruit esters—plums, raisins, and dried cherries—layered with warm yeast character and a distinctive clove-like spiciness from Belgian yeast phenols. Underneath, toasted bread crust and subtle caramel malt sweetness provide an inviting, complex foundation. The aromatic profile is classic Trappist, with a gentle warming alcohol presence that enhances rather than overwhelms.
◐ Taste
The palate opens with malty sweetness and dark fruit character that develops into a sophisticated mid-palate with notes of caramel, bread, and subtle spice. Full-bodied and smooth, the beer maintains excellent balance despite its moderate sweetness, with restrained bitterness (17 IBU) allowing the malt complexity to shine. The warming alcohol (7% ABV) is well-hidden, adding depth without harshness.
◑ Finish
The finish is long and warming, with lingering dark fruit esters and a subtle spiced-bread aftertaste that persists pleasantly. A gentle warmth spreads across the palate, characteristic of quality Trappist ales, with minimal drying despite the moderate alcohol content.
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