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Bracine Triple if you want a bigger, warmer punch,
Hertog Jan Tripel if you want elegance without the heat.
Both are Belgian tripels with identical IBUs, but that extra 1% ABV on Bracine actually lands harder—it shifts the whole vibe. Hertog Jan is the more refined sipper; Bracine is the one that makes you feel like you're sitting in a proper Flemish abbey.
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Tasting notes
Bracine Triple
Bracine Triple hits you with immediate alcohol warmth, but it's not harsh—there's a golden honey sweetness that rides underneath. The body feels substantial, almost silky, and the finish lingers with this gentle spice that builds the more you drink. It's the kind of beer that reminds you why Belgian tripels are dangerous; you don't notice the 9% until suddenly you do.
Hertog Jan Tripel
Hertog Jan Tripel tastes lighter on your tongue despite the similar ABV—there's more clarity in the flavor, less warmth overwhelming the palate. You get cleaner notes of pear and white pepper, and the finish snaps back quicker. It's refined without being precious, the kind of beer that's easy to drink another of without feeling like you're wading through molasses.
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