Rochefort 10

◎ Aussehen

Deep mahogany brown under a creamy beige head that clings persistently to the glass. The beer presents clear to bright clarity despite its strength and complexity. Carbonation appears gentle, befitting a contemplative abbey ale of this caliber.

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with roasted coffee and dark chocolate, followed by warming spice notes from the house yeast strain. Dried stone fruits—fig, plum, and raisin—emerge alongside clove and orange zest, with a subtle port-like vinosity that suggests extended aging potential.

◐ Geschmack

Entry is smooth and full-bodied, with caramel malt and dark sugar driving the mid-palate. The yeast character unfolds as spice and citrus, while a restrained bitterness (27 IBU) allows the malt sweetness and fruit complexity to dominate. Despite 11.3% ABV, high attenuation yields a surprisingly dry finish for the style.

◑ Abgang

Long and warming, with alcohol presence becoming apparent as the beer warms. The firm malt backbone carries through to a lingering aftertaste of dark sugar, dried fruit, and subtle spice.