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Campus Amber

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By Brouwerij Huyghe Geraardsbergsesteenweg 4/B Melle East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 252 15 01 www.delirium.be May the wind always be at your back, the sun upon your face and may the winds of destiny carry you aloft to dance among the stars. Would you take Campus Amber with […]

Reinaert Grand Cru

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9.5% Brewed By De Proefbrouwerij (bvba Andelot) Doornzelestraat 20 Lochristi East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 356 71 02 http://www.proefbrouwerij.com/index.aspx?lng=en Did you experience Reinaert Grand Cru? Give us your review below.

Vicaris Kerst

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10% Brewed By De Proefbrouwerij (bvba Andelot) Doornzelestraat 20 Lochristi East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 356 71 02 http://www.proefbrouwerij.com/index.aspx?lng=en Did you try this beer? Enter your review of Vicaris Kerst in the below form.

Vlaamsche Leeuw Donker

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.5% Brewed By De Proefbrouwerij (bvba Andelot) Doornzelestraat 20 Lochristi East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 356 71 02 http://www.proefbrouwerij.com/index.aspx?lng=en Does Vlaamsche Leeuw Donker tie the room together? Give us your review below.

Kerstvuur (Pirlot)

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9% Brewed By De Proefbrouwerij (bvba Andelot) Doornzelestraat 20 Lochristi East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 356 71 02 http://www.proefbrouwerij.com/index.aspx?lng=en Are you a fan of Kerstvuur (Pirlot)? Enter your review of Kerstvuur (Pirlot) below.

Patrasche

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By De Proefbrouwerij (bvba Andelot) Doornzelestraat 20 Lochristi East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 356 71 02 http://www.proefbrouwerij.com/index.aspx?lng=en Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder. Share your review of Patrasche below.

Reinaert Flemish Amber Ale

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7% Brewed By De Proefbrouwerij (bvba Andelot) Doornzelestraat 20 Lochristi East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 356 71 02 http://www.proefbrouwerij.com/index.aspx?lng=en Buy the ticket, take the ride. How is Reinaert Flemish Amber Ale? Let us know below.

Braven Apostel Kerstbier

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 10% Brewed By De Proefbrouwerij (bvba Andelot) Doornzelestraat 20 Lochristi East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 356 71 02 http://www.proefbrouwerij.com/index.aspx?lng=en What, like in the back of a Volkswagon? Did Braven Apostel Kerstbier make you uncomfortable or was it like Mr. Toad’s Wild Ride? Give us your review below.

Kempisch Vuur 3-Dubbel

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.5% Brewed By De Proefbrouwerij (bvba Andelot) Doornzelestraat 20 Lochristi East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 356 71 02 http://www.proefbrouwerij.com/index.aspx?lng=en Would you like to share your opinion of Kempisch Vuur 3-Dubbel? Submit your review below.

Boerken (For Den Ouden Advocaat)

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9.5% Brewed By De Proefbrouwerij (bvba Andelot) Doornzelestraat 20 Lochristi East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 356 71 02 http://www.proefbrouwerij.com/index.aspx?lng=en WE WANT YOU to give us your review. Submit your review of Boerken (For Den Ouden Advocaat) below.

Pater Lieven (Kerst Pater Special) Christmas

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9% Brewed By Brouwerij Van den Bossche Sint-Lievensplein 16 Herzele East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 054 500 411 http://www.paterlieven.be/en May the wind always be at your back, the sun upon your face and may the winds of destiny carry you aloft to dance among the stars. Would you take Pater Lieven […]

Andelot Cuvee Mystique

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8.5% Brewed By De Proefbrouwerij (bvba Andelot) Doornzelestraat 20 Lochristi East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 356 71 02 http://www.proefbrouwerij.com/index.aspx?lng=en Want to share your review of Andelot Cuvee Mystique? Submit your review below.

Tulune’s Abby Brown

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8.5% Brewed By Brouwerij Van Steenberge N.V. Lindenlaan 25- B- 9940 Evergem East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 344 50 71 http://vansteenberge.com/en Remember that Benjamin Franklin is quoted as saying ‘Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy’. Did Tulune’s Abby Brown make you happy, let […]

Uilenspiegl Bier

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Brouwerij Van Steenberge N.V. Lindenlaan 25- B- 9940 Evergem East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 344 50 71 http://vansteenberge.com/en Thank you sir, will you have another Uilenspiegl Bier? Give us your review below.

Buffalo Belgian Stout

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 9% Brewed By Brouwerij Van den Bossche Sint-Lievensplein 16 Herzele East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 054 500 411 http://www.paterlieven.be/en Did you try this beer? Enter your review of Buffalo Belgian Stout in the below form.

Muizenbier Bruin

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Brouwerij Van Steenberge N.V. Lindenlaan 25- B- 9940 Evergem East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 344 50 71 http://vansteenberge.com/en Is Muizenbier Bruin something that would make Michael Jackson (Not Jacko) proud? If so, give us your review below.

Silvius Brabo Bruin

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Brouwerij Van Steenberge N.V. Lindenlaan 25- B- 9940 Evergem East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 344 50 71 http://vansteenberge.com/en May the wind always be at your back, the sun upon your face and may the winds of destiny carry you aloft to dance among the stars. Would you […]

Three Cheeks To The Wind

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 8% Brewed By Brouwerij Van Steenberge N.V. Lindenlaan 25- B- 9940 Evergem East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 344 50 71 http://vansteenberge.com/en Maybe it’s the beer talking but do you love Three Cheeks To The Wind? Submit your review below.

Gulden Draak Vintage

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 7.5% Brewed By Brouwerij Van Steenberge N.V. Lindenlaan 25- B- 9940 Evergem East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 344 50 71 http://vansteenberge.com/en Have you tried Gulden Draak Vintage? Share your review by filling out your review below.

Klokke Roeland

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale

Jun 232013

Alcohol by Volume (ABV): 11% Brewed By Brouwerij Van Steenberge N.V. Lindenlaan 25- B- 9940 Evergem East Flanders Belgium Europe +32 9 344 50 71 http://vansteenberge.com/en Have you tried this beer? Share your thoughts on Klokke Roeland by filling out your review below.

Belgian-Style Dark Strong Ale Traits

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Beer Style Description

Belgian dark strong ales are amber to dark brown in color. Often, though not always, brewed with dark Belgian “candy” sugar, these beers can be well attenuated, ranging from medium to full-bodied. The perception of hop bitterness is low to medium, with hop flavor and aroma also in this range. Fruity complexity along with the soft flavors of roasted malts add distinct character. The alcohol strength of these beers can often be deceiving to the senses. The intensity of malt character can be rich, creamy, and sweet with intensities ranging from medium to high. Very little or no diacetyl is perceived. Herbs and spices are sometimes used to delicately flavor these strong ales. Low levels of phenolic spiciness from yeast byproducts may also be perceived. Chill haze is allowable at cold temperatures.

Alcohol By Volume Range

8-11

IBU's Range

20-35

Aroma

Complex, with a rich malty sweetness, significant esters and alcohol, and an optional light to moderate spiciness. The malt is rich and strong, and can have a Munich-type quality often with a caramel, toast and/or bready aroma. The fruity esters are strong to moderately low, and can contain raisin, plum, dried cherry, fig or prune notes. Spicy phenols may be present, but usually have a peppery quality not clove-like. Alcohols are soft, spicy, perfumy and/or rose-like, and are low to moderate in intensity. Hops are not usually present (but a very low noble hop aroma is acceptable). No diacetyl. No dark/roast malt aroma. No hot alcohols or solventy aromas. No recognizable spice additions.

Appearance

Deep amber to deep coppery-brown in color (“dark” in this context implies “more deeply colored than golden”). Huge, dense, persistent cream- to light tan-colored head. Can be clear to somewhat hazy.

Flavor

Similar to aroma (same malt, ester, phenol, alcohol, hop and spice comments apply to flavor as well). Moderately malty or sweet on palate. Finish is variable depending on interpretation (authentic Trappist versions are moderately dry to dry, Abbey versions can be medium-dry to sweet). Low bitterness for a beer of this strength; alcohol provides some of the balance to the malt. Sweeter and more full-bodied beers will have a higher bitterness level to balance. Almost all versions are malty in the balance, although a few are lightly bitter. The complex and varied flavors should blend smoothly and harmoniously.

Mouthfeel

High carbonation but no carbonic acid “bite.” Smooth but noticeable alcohol warmth. Body can be variable depending on interpretation (authentic Trappist versions tend to be medium-light to medium, while Abbey-style beers can be quite full and creamy).