tripel
Abbey golden ale
Tripel is a style of Belgian ale, typically golden, strong (7-10% alcohol), and effervescent.
The name suggests "triple" in strength or ingredients, though the exact origin is disputed.
Tripels are brewed by Trappist monasteries and secular breweries alike: Westmalle Tripel set the standard for the style.
The beer is characterized by fruity, spicy notes and a dry finish despite its strength.
Monastic house of worship
- monasteryReligious seclusion dwelling
- TrappistMonk of austere order
- fermentationMicrobial sugar conversion
- yeastFermenting fungus
barley · wheat · malt · hops · golden · effervescent · carbonation · bottle-conditioned
Having orchard flavor
- pearTapered sweet fruit
- bananaCurved tropical fruit
- appleCrisp tree fruit
- citrusAcidic fruits with segments
apricot · spicy · coriander · clove · peppery · honey · bready · earthy
Having great effect
- robustStrong and durable
- full-bodiedIntense, complete flavor
- intenseExtreme in degree
- powerfulHaving great strength
rich · bold · warming · boozy · deceptive · smooth · golden · pale
abbey
Monastic house of worship
- monasteryReligious seclusion dwelling
- TrappistMonk of austere order
- fermentationMicrobial sugar conversion
yeast · barley · wheat · malt · hops · golden · effervescent · carbonation · bottle-conditioned · Belgian
fruity
Having orchard flavor
citrus · apricot · spicy · coriander · clove · peppery · honey · bready · earthy · floral
potent
Having great effect
- robustStrong and durable
- full-bodiedIntense, complete flavor
- intenseExtreme in degree
powerful · rich · bold · warming · boozy · deceptive · smooth · golden · pale · strong
chalice
Ornate ritual drinking vessel
head · lacing · pour · snifter · glassware · presentation · temperature · cellar · pairing · tasting
Belgium
Western European constitutional monarchy
- FlandersNorthern Belgian region
- cloisterCovered monastic walkway
- traditionCustom passed through generations
recipe · craft · reverence · pilgrimage
tripellager
Cold-conditioned beer
pilsner · bock · Budweiser · light lager · pale lager
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- triple whammyThree simultaneous setbacks
- triple checkThree confirmations of accuracy
- triple playThree outs, one action
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