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Koningshoeven Quad
Koningshoeven Quad
Wow. Sipping on this right now, what a beer! I've enjoyed the other Quads I've had, though was mildly underwhelmed by the style that is so often held in such high esteem amongst us beer geeks. But the complexities, and subtleties, and deliciousies (okay that's not actually word) of this have blown my freaking mind. Even despite the price and my current 'uncertain' financial circumstances I plan on buying some more to both put away and enjoy for the rest of the season.
Thanks for getting this included in the release whichever agent did so!
Thanks for getting this included in the release whichever agent did so!
Go, Esprit.JesseM wrote: Thanks for getting [Koningshoeven Quad] included in the release whichever agent did so!
Indeed this was one of the most mind-blowing 'first beer experiences' and I think everyone should drink several bottles at once.
In Beerum Veritas
...but through a funnel. Safety first people.Belgian wrote:...and I think everyone should drink several bottles at once.
um, this is one trappist which isn't esprit. it's premier, which also reps fuller's and some other pretty solid brands.Belgian wrote: Go, Esprit.
Indeed this was one of the most mind-blowing 'first beer experiences' and I think everyone should drink several bottles at once.
Ahh yes... the famed maker of rock drum kits.tuqueboy wrote: um, this is one trappist which isn't esprit. it's premier...
I wonder if the Koningshoeven Trappists know they are not in Belgium? They don't get out much so I was wondering that.
In Beerum Veritas
and asking for directions is a little tough, what with the vow of silence and allBelgian wrote:Ahh yes... the famed maker of rock drum kits.tuqueboy wrote: um, this is one trappist which isn't esprit. it's premier...
I wonder if the Koningshoeven Trappists know they are not in Belgium? They don't get out much so I was wondering that.
Hahahahaha . That's hilarious. No one ever had the heart to let them know some how what country they're actually in .tuqueboy wrote:and asking for directions is a little tough, what with the vow of silence and allBelgian wrote:Ahh yes... the famed maker of rock drum kits.tuqueboy wrote: um, this is one trappist which isn't esprit. it's premier...
I wonder if the Koningshoeven Trappists know they are not in Belgium? They don't get out much so I was wondering that.
Great beer, but I've been a little underwhelmed by it the couple times I've had it on tap. Somehow it didn't measure up all that well to some of the other quads out there. However, I feel Belgian beers should always be consumed in bottle form, so I'm looking forward to this one.
Now I just need to clear some space in the fridge...
Now I just need to clear some space in the fridge...
can i still this quote from you, it made me spit coffee on my screenBelgian wrote:The fruit profile in this Quad is a sort of a tangy apple-butter & deep, dried fruit flavor combo, and the rich feel with the high alchohol makes it a true sipper worthy of a snifter or tulip glass. It is a freak show of 'awesome.'
I suspect Dutch brewing tech has something to do with the smooth approachability of this "trappist?" ale made by Bavaria. Mellow bodies and smooth finishes seem to be a signature of this modern dutch brewer and that has obviously transfered to the Koningshoeven contract.
I was amazed at how well this Quad hid its alcohol strength and the sugars used to make it had a defused and not sharp or acidic character like you usually get in a typical young Belgian strong ale that uses candi sugars for strength.
I also like the dark bocks and Viennas and even lagers coming from Dutch brewers these days for the same reasons....smooth cold conditioned taste
I was amazed at how well this Quad hid its alcohol strength and the sugars used to make it had a defused and not sharp or acidic character like you usually get in a typical young Belgian strong ale that uses candi sugars for strength.
I also like the dark bocks and Viennas and even lagers coming from Dutch brewers these days for the same reasons....smooth cold conditioned taste
Aventinus rules!
Hey there Brite Tank Boy. You know it's funny - the label on Koningshoeven Quadrupel only states the four traditional ingredients of beer, not kandi sugar. Hard to believe for a ten percent-er, innit? I'm not disagreeing with your general tasting assessment, just mentioning what is printed on the bottle.pootz wrote: I was amazed at how well this Quad hid its alcohol strength and the sugars used to make it had a defused and not sharp or acidic character like you usually get in a typical young Belgian strong ale that uses candi sugars for strength.
In Beerum Veritas