TYPICALLY A HIGH STRENGTH MALTY BEER, often bottle-conditioned, Tripel falls into the general category of Abbey beers. Abbey beers are traditionally brewed in Belgium by or on behalf of monks, to have with their meals and for sale to assist with the up keep of their monasteries.
Monteith’s Tripel is our interpretation of this challenging, old-world style.
Juicy description
It has a beautiful orange/amber colour topped by a dense creamy white head that looks extremely appetising in the glass. The fruity aroma that wafts from the bottle derives from the complex blend of rich malts used and provides a sweetish, mango and Christmas cake character.
The texture is firm with a silky feel that makes this a very drinkable beer with a lingering finish.
On the palate an ale/yeast fruitiness comes through, initially sweet, with soft caramel and orange skin flavours that together result in a character reminiscent of a quality fortified wine. Its higher than usual alcohol never overpowers but provides a vehicle for the full, rich flavours to fill the mouth, warming every tastebud as it flows over the palate.
The late addition of hops provides an initially lively spice note that mellows as you swallow.
Monteith’s Tripel is a well balanced robust brew in a style seldom seen in this country and is sure to satisfy and delight those looking for a beer of exceptional aroma, taste and quality to sup and savour or to partner with a meal.
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The terms single dubble and triple used in a brewing context predate widespread literacy and mark the comparative strength of the beer. Wooden casks would traditionally be marked with one “X”, two “XX”s or three “XXX”s to denote strength.
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