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Trappist inspired quadrupel is the answer to your prayers
Tabarnak! Belgian Quadrupel
Artisan Brewing
Holy moley, this is one big beer.
Belgian beer connoisseurs Artisan Brewing continue to celebrate a decade of beer making with the latest in a collaborative series, this time a quadrupel inspired by Belgium's Trappist monks and their ancient brewing traditions.
The Denmark-based brewers have joined forces with Caversham-based Homestead Brewery and independent liquor store operators Grain Cru to deliver Tabarnak!, the seventh of 10 anniversary beers, all at 10 per cent, all promising 10 out of 10 for flavour.
Artisan is committed to what it considers an oft-neglected ingredient in brewing - yeast - with its range of beers collectively yeast-forward, the aromas and flavours expressing themselves as complex fruits and spices.
The Tabarnak! is no exception.
The Belgian dark strong ale is made using Marris Otter, Abbey, Carabelge and Special B malts, Noble hops, Abbey Ale yeast and the addition of Clarex for gluten reduction.
It pours a dark brown with a creamy off-white head. Tabarnak! Belgian Quadrupel Credit: supplied
It is a full-bodied ale with a creamy mouthfeel and has a warmth ideal for those cold winter nights still ahead.
For those with a taste for traditional Belgian beers, in the spirit of the Trappist monks, your prayers have been answered.
Like the others in this anniversary series, it comes in at a hefty 10 per cent, making it a little dangerous as a sessionable beer, instead being best shared with friends.
$11.99 each or two for $18.99
