Vital Statistics
Type: Belgian Quadrupel Ale
ABV: 11%
From the brewer
Kasteel Winter is a unique departure from the standard Christmas ales known for their potpourri of cinnamon and clove. In fact, it stands alone as one of the most decadent and elegant Quadruples of Belgium in its own right. This 11% ABV beer pours a Chestnut brown with an off-white head. The nose is rich, with a warming scent of Coffee, Toffee, and Dried Fruits. The mouthfeel is rich and sweet like that of melted candy. The key ingredients to this delicacy is Belgian Chocolate and Coffee...noteworthy phrases in any brewers handbook. All of these elements come together to provide an after taste reminiscent of a tootsie roll.
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Smooth dark, a good quadruple base with a fair amount of sweetness and a hint of coffee on top.
It's not actually better than a St. Bernardus because it's a little busy, but it's still quite good.
A great coffee nose and a good lingering finish, sweet but not overly so. Nice balance.