Belgian-Style Quadrupel
Belgian and French Origin Ale · Brewers Association 2025
16 SRM36 SRM
- OG
- 1.092 – 1.120
- FG
- 1.014 – 1.020
- ABV
- 10 – 14.2 %
- IBU
- 25 – 50
- Color
Belgian and French Origin Ale · Brewers Association 2025
Head should be dense and mousse-like. Quadrupels are well attenuated and are characterized by an intense alcohol presence balanced by other flavors, aromas and bitterness. They are well balanced with savoring/sipping-type drinkability. Oxidized character, if present in aged Quads, should be mild and pleasant.
Amber to dark brown
Chill haze is acceptable at low temperatures
Caramel, dark sugar and malty sweet flavors and aromas can be intense, but not cloying, and should complement fruitiness.
Not present to very low
Low to medium-low
Perception of alcohol can be strong. Complex fruity attributes reminiscent of any of raisins, dates, figs, grapes, or plums are often present and may be accompanied by wine-like attributes at low levels. Clove-like phenolic flavor and aroma may be present at low to medium-low levels. Diacetyl and DMS should not be present.
Full with creamy mouthfeel
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Style guideline data is the work of its respective publishers, reproduced here for reference: BJCP · Brewers Association · Norbrygg · SHBF · Danske Øldommere.