Westmalle, Trappist Ale Tripel

Type: Ale
Style: Trappist Ale
Producer: Westmalle
Title: Tripel
Location: BELGIUM
Size: 25.4oz
ABV: 9.5%
IBU: 37

HOPS: Styrian Golding, Saaz

Quantity: SINGLE

The term "Tripel" really refers to the origin of the beer in relation to the breweries other beers. In this case, this was Westmalle's "third beer". However, it can be confirmed that a Tripel will always be stronger and lighter-colored than a Dubbel from the same brewery. 

Westmalle Abbey was founded in Flanders, Belgium in 1794 and began to brew beer in 1836. First released in 1934, the Tripel pours a glowing orange-gold color and is filled with herbal aromatics and a malt sweetness on the palate.  It'll pair well with salty pate and butter sautéed asparagus. Or, have it after dinner with some triple creme Saint Andre cheese and fruit.