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Flanders · Province of West Flanders

Westvleteren 12

The great dark ale of Saint-Sixtus.

TrappistBottle-conditioned
ALCOHOL / VOL.
10,2 %
SERVE AT
12–16 °C
COLOUR
Brown

Westvleteren 12 combines a dark amber colour with a full, velvety profile. Caramel and chocolate meet raisin and nut notes. Its finish lingers with softness and warmth.

Ingredients

Known ingredients

WaterBarley maltSugarCandi syrupYeastHops

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From first glance to the finish

Appearance
Dark amber with a lasting pale head.
Aroma
Raisin and nuts.
Palate
Caramel, chocolate and a long warming finish.

Craft and tradition

Recipe and brewing

Top fermentation followed by bottle conditioning. Unfiltered and unpasteurised.