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Bottle and glass Gouden Carolus Classic

Flanders · Province of Antwerp

Gouden Carolus Classic

Mechelen’s generous dark ale.

Strong dark aleRoasted malts
ALCOHOL / VOL.
8,5 %
SERVE AT
7–10 °C
COLOUR
Dark brown

Gouden Carolus Classic has a dark, generous profile. Caramel and bitter chocolate add depth to a warm, fruity palate. Het Anker compares its richness to wine while highlighting the freshness that keeps it unmistakably a beer.

Ingredients

What goes into the beer

Dark and roasted maltsBelgian hops

Flavour profile

From first glance to the finish

Appearance
Very dark ruby red.
Aroma
Roasted malt and fruit.
Palate
Sweet caramel, bitter chocolate and rounded warmth.

Craft and tradition

Brewing

Top fermentation followed by three weeks of maturation. Bitterness: 16 EBU; colour: 70 EBC; original gravity: 20 °Plato.