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Bottle and glass Gulden Draak

Flanders · Province of East Flanders

Gulden Draak

A tripel dressed in ruby red.

Dark tripelSecondary fermentation
ALCOHOL / VOL.
10,5 %
COLOUR
Ruby brown

Gulden Draak Classic brings an unexpectedly dark colour to the world of tripels. Its generous body carries caramel, dried fruit and spice. Alcohol warmth is integrated into a dense palate behind the famous white bottle and golden dragon.

Ingredients

What goes into the beer

WaterBarley maltSugarHopsYeastCaramel

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From first glance to the finish

Appearance
Copper brown with ruby highlights.
Aroma
Sweet malt, dried fig and clove.
Palate
Caramel, rich malt and lingering warmth.

Craft and tradition

Brewing

Top fermentation and secondary fermentation. Van Steenberge adds yeast and sugar at bottling, then keeps the bottles in a warm room for two weeks.