Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan Straffe Hendrik Wild Tripel (2017) Tripel at 9% ABV (C$9.35 at NLC Howley Estates, 330 ml, best before 16-Feb-2022, acquired 12-Jul-2017, reviewed 16-Aug-2017)
Appearance: clear pale amber with one fat finger of fluffy ivory head, excellent retention and moderate soapy lacing. (4/5) Aroma: pome, barnyard funk, caramel, citrus zest, floral. (7/10) Taste: moderate sweet, moderate-high bitter, mild alcohol. (7/10) Palate: medium body, lively carbonation, off-dry bitter lightly warming and funky finish. (4/5)
First of a three vintage (2017-2016-2015) vertical. Slightly sweeter than I typically prefer for a Tripel, but not excessively so. Apple (or other pome) is initially dominant, with a mild barnyardy funk following close behind and gaining dominance as it warms. I’m looking forward to the older vintages, as I’m hopeful that will temper the sweetness and give the Brett funk a chance to move to the forefront. (15/20)
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