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🌍 Canada · Belgian Ale · One of 16 Belgian Ales in hopIQ

World Beer Cup 2026 Bronze. An amber-red Belgian-style strong ale inspired by the legend of the Flying Canoe. Fruity and spicy with cherry, pepper and a warming finish. A Quebec icon since 1992.

ABV
8%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
deep amber18

AWARDS

Bronze · 2026
World Beer Cup 2026
Bronze — World Beer Cup 2026
How it drinks· Its pace, balance and relationship to the style.
Pace
sessionsipper
Balance
malt-ledhop-led
Style expression
textbookdistinctive
Taste structure· The backbone of the beer, regardless of style.
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
hopIQ take

Very crisp and substantial.

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

Wider bands mean we're less certain about the exact position.
Character· What makes this beer itself — not just another Belgian Ale.
Fermentation & yeast
fruity
clove
yeasty
Distinctive notes
spicy
dark fruit
Malt character
maltycaramel
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Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Maudite

Appearance

Maudite presents a striking amber-red hue that catches the light beautifully, indicative of its 18 SRM color. The beer displays excellent clarity with a thick, creamy head that shows impressive retention. Carbonation is moderate and well-integrated, creating a refined and inviting visual presentation.

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Aroma

The nose is immediately expressive with classic Belgian yeast character featuring prominent banana and clove notes. Underneath lies a subtle malty foundation with hints of caramel and dark fruit, while gentle spice notes provide complexity. The aroma is warm and inviting without being aggressive, showcasing the brewer's elegant use of phenolic compounds.

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Taste

The palate opens with substantial malt sweetness balanced by subtle noble hop bitterness (22 IBU). Mid-palate reveals layered notes of dark cherry, pepper, and bread-like maltiness with a full body that coats the mouth luxuriously. The finish transitions smoothly into warming alcohol without harshness, with lingering spice and fruit notes.

maltyfruitypepperywarming

Finish

A lengthy, satisfying finish with gentle alcohol warmth that embraces rather than burns. Residual notes of clove, caramel, and dark fruit persist gracefully, leaving a smooth, slightly dry aftertaste.

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86
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
87
Appearance
84
Finish
85
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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of Maudite

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 Maudite

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 fruity, spicy, sweet character as Maudite will score highly even if brewed in a different country or under a different sub-style name.

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