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Tripel Karmeliet
Brouwerij Bosteels
Tripel Karmeliet is brewed according to a 17th-century recipe using three grains: barley, oat and wheat. This award-winning Belgian tripel offers notes of vanilla, lemon and flowers with a surprising lightness.
📍 East Flanders, Belgium
In a nutshell
Tripel · 8.4% ABV · 🇧🇪 Belgium. Perfect with Lobster.
📊 Specs
8.4%
ABV
22
IBU
7
EBC
8–10°C
Serve at
33cl
Format
🍺
Karmeliet glass
👃 Tasting notes
Appearance
Luminous golden blonde with dense creamy head
Aroma
Vanilla, lemon, floral and cereal notes
Taste
Complex, light, vanilla-forward with background bitterness
Finish
Long and dry, lightly spiced
🍽️ Food pairing
- Lobster
- Scampi
- Goat cheeses
- Tarte tatin
🏭 The brewery
Brouwerij Bosteels
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What is the ABV of Tripel Karmeliet?
Tripel Karmeliet has an ABV of 8.4%. It is a strong beer, to be enjoyed in moderation.
Where does Tripel Karmeliet come from?
Tripel Karmeliet is brewed by Brouwerij Bosteels in East Flanders, Belgium.
What food pairs well with Tripel Karmeliet?
Tripel Karmeliet pairs beautifully with: Lobster, Scampi, Goat cheeses.
How should Tripel Karmeliet be served?
Serve Tripel Karmeliet at 8–10°C in a Karmeliet glass. It is a Tripel style beer.