Ahhh the Trappist Beers. Monks sure know how to brew beer, don't they? With so many choices like Chimay, Rochefort, Westmalle, Orval, and others, what makes Konings hoeven special? Well, unlike the above mentioned, Konings hoven is one of the few Trappist Beers brewed outside of Belgium. It's brewed in the Netherlands. So what does that matter? Well, I guess it really doesn't, but it's just a little FYI... You're welcome.
So let's talk about the beer itself. The beer we sampled is a quadrupel. My fellow Brewski Bro-mo describes it as "birthday cake in a bottle" and that description is not that far off. The beer poured a clear red with a somewhat tan, moderate sized head. I can smell this beer as I pour it. When I get my nose down in there, the aroma is very fruity, with sweet Belgian candy sugar and a slight bit of yeast. This beer seems incredibly light and is easy drinking... Which is surprising at 10% alcohol by volume. The flavor is very sweet, with figs, candy sugar, prunes, and even the alcohol giving a nice flavor and warming feeling in this beer. This is yet another fine Trappist Beer... a bit pricey(as are the others), but still worth it with it's great drinkability and high alcohol.
There is a serious brainstorm occurring between the Brewski-Bros right now. So watch out, Beer Baron! Your reign of lame beer reviews and crappy beer selection will soon be at an end. I swear that the mission statement is coming some time soon, also. We're too busy drinking beer for your benefit... You're welcome, again.
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