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Bottle and glass Westmalle Extra

Flanders · Province of Antwerp

Westmalle Extra

Fruity notes and a fresh aromatic bouquet.

TrappistLight blond Trappist ale
ALCOHOL / VOL.
4.8 %
COLOUR
Golden blond

Extra belongs to the abbey’s oldest brewing tradition: in 1836 the monks began making a light, tasty beer for their own consumption. Low in alcohol yet full of flavour, thirst-quenching and refreshing.

Flavour profile

From first glance to the finish

Appearance
Golden blond with a white head.
Aroma
Fruity notes and a fresh aromatic bouquet.
Palate
Low in alcohol yet full of flavour, thirst-quenching and refreshing.

Craft and tradition

Brewing

Brewed at Westmalle Abbey in the Trappist tradition.

Extra belongs to the abbey’s oldest brewing tradition: in 1836 the monks began making a light, tasty beer for their own consumption.