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hopIQ take
Bracine Triple if you want a bigger, spicier kick,
Hertog Jan Tripel if you want elegance and restraint.
Both are Belgian tripels with identical IBUs, but that extra 1% ABV in Bracine actually matters—it pushes the alcohol warmth forward and amplifies the yeast character. Hertog Jan feels more refined, more like what a tripel *should* be. Neither is wrong; it's about whether you want boldness or finesse tonight.
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Tasting notes
Bracine Triple
Bracine hits with immediate spice—clove and black pepper up front, then a subtle herbal snap from those 30 IBUs. The body is noticeably fuller than expected, almost creamy, and the 9% ABV doesn't hide; it's there as a warming presence that lingers. There's a slight candied note underneath, but it never gets cloying. This is a beer that demands attention.
Hertog Jan Tripel
Hertog Jan is the diplomat. You get the same tripel DNA—fruity esters, gentle spice—but it's all dialed back just slightly, more balanced. The 8% ABV lets the malt and yeast shine without the alcohol muscling in. It's crisp and clean on the finish, almost delicate. This is the one you drink when you want flavor but also want to taste your next beer.
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