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La Trappe Quadrupel

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World Beer Cup 2026 Bronze. A Trappist Quadrupel of outstanding depth — dark fruit, caramel, dried plum and a warming alcohol richness, balanced by a dry, bitter finish. One of the defining examples of the Quadrupel style.

ABV
10%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
Malt-forward bitterness
SRM
dark40
PaceSipper

AWARDS

Bronze · 2026
World Beer Cup 2026
★Bronze — World Beer Cup 2026
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
carameldark fruitmalty
caramel
dark fruit
malty
spicy
Aroma
The nose presents a complex bouquet of dried plums, dark stone fruits, and subtle caramel notes underpinned by warm alcohol vapors.
not found:hoppy,roasted,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for La Trappe Quadrupel

◎ Appearance

Deep mahogany to dark brown in color with excellent clarity and a rich, dense head that persists admirably. The viscous body clings to the glass, revealing excellent carbonation and a professional presentation befitting its Trappist heritage.

deep mahoganydense headviscouswell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose presents a complex bouquet of dried plums, dark stone fruits, and subtle caramel notes underpinned by warm alcohol vapors. Belgian yeast character emerges alongside bread and malt complexity, creating a sophisticated and inviting aromatic profile.

dried plumdark fruitcaramelwarming alcohol

◐ Taste

The palate opens with a rich, malty sweetness complemented by dark fruit and caramel flavors that define the entry. Mid-palate reveals creamy body, yeasty notes, and bread-like character before transitioning to a dry, bitter finish that provides excellent balance to the inherent sweetness.

malty sweetnessdark fruitcreamy mouthfeeldry finish

◑ Finish

A persistent, warming finish with gentle bitterness and lingering caramel notes that fade gracefully. The alcohol warmth provides structure without overwhelming, leaving a sophisticated aftertaste.

drywarminglingering
91
hopIQ score
Aroma
89
Taste
92
Appearance
90
Finish
88
Serve at 12–16°C

Serve at 12–14°C. This is a contemplative beer — warmth unlocks the dark fruit, caramel and complex malt.

Goblet

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

Built for cellaring. Age 2–5 years for deeper complexity. Store upright at 12–16°C.

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