Eggens Vatgerijpt 015/2025 Tripel Cachaça Cask

Eggens Vatgerijpt 015/2025 Tripel Cachaça Cask redefines a Belgian tripel with vat-aged boldness. The classic tripel backbone supplies spice and a touch of sweetness, while cachaça-barrel maturation adds tropical fruit brightness and a subtle oak kiss. At 10% ABV, the beer carries warmth with surprising poise. Untappd scores it 3.91, a reflection of its layered complexity where fruit, wood, and spice slowly harmonize in the glass. Its poised complexity invites conversation and slow tasting across sessions.

Servertips

• 🥃 Vaulted profile: cachaça-barrel aging unlocks tropical fruit, vanilla, and oak while preserving the tripel’s signature spice; expect notes of pineapple, mango, and gentle coconut with a silky mouthfeel.
• 🥃 Balanced warmth: 10% ABV provides fullness and presence without heaviness, delivering a refined, long-lasting finish that lingers with vanilla, spice, and wood.
• 🥃 Versatile moments: ideal as a contemplative sipper or with cheese and nuts, offering evolving nuances across the glass as oxidation slowly reveals layer upon layer.

Voedselcombinaties

• 🍽️ Cheese pairings: sturdy goudas or blue cheese harmonize with tropical fruit and oak notes, creating a striking contrast.
• 🍽️ Meat and richness: grilled beef or slow-cooked dishes amplify spice and ripe fruit, reinforcing the beer's depth.
• 🍽️ Dessert-friendly: caramel or coconut desserts echo vanilla and fruit aromas, balancing sweetness with warmth.