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Inferno

The Lost Abbey
United States·Belgian Strong Golden Ale
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A faint malt sweetness is quickly overrun by sugar and spice in this Belgian golden ale, straw yellow in the glass and bone dry in the finish. Silky and light in body yet strong at 9.0% ABV, it comes with the tale that Satan brews it himself in a flame-stoked cauldron; it it took Gold in Other Strong Beer at the 2026 Great American Beer Festival.

ABV
9%
Bitterness
Lightly bitter
SRM
amber10
PaceSipper

AWARDS

Gold · 2026
Great American Beer Festival
Other Strong Beer
★Gold — Great American Beer Festival (Other Strong Beer)
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
spicycleanfruity
spicy
clean
fruity
bready
yeasty
Aroma
The nose opens with subtle malt sweetness before giving way to spice-forward character typical of Belgian yeast.
not found:hoppy,caramel,sour,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Inferno

◎ Appearance

Inferno presents a bright straw-yellow hue in the glass, clean and transparent with excellent clarity. A fine, persistent head forms with good Schaumhaftung, releasing gentle carbonation that underscores the beer's approachable yet refined character.

straw yellowclearfine headwell-carbonated

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with subtle malt sweetness before giving way to spice-forward character typical of Belgian yeast. White pepper and clove notes emerge distinctly, complemented by a light herbal hint from noble hops, creating an inviting and complex aromatic profile without aggression.

white pepperclovenoble hopssubtle malt sweetness

◐ Taste

Entry is silky and light-bodied, beginning with restrained malt character that quickly pivots to spice and sugar-driven flavors. The palate remains clean and dry throughout the mid-section, with modest bitterness (25 IBU) providing gentle structure rather than dominance. Alcohol warmth is present but well-integrated, contributing to the overall smooth progression.

silky mouthfeeldry palatespiced characterintegrated alcohol

◑ Finish

The finish is bone-dry and extended, with lingering spice notes and a faint white-pepper impression persisting cleanly on the aftertaste. No residual sweetness or cloying quality remains.

bone-drylingering spiceclean aftertaste
85
hopIQ score
Aroma
83
Taste
86
Appearance
84
Finish
85
Serve at 9–12°C

Warmer than most — 12–14°C. The fruity esters, spice and warming alcohol need room to breathe.

Goblet

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

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About Belgian Strong Golden Ale

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