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Gouden Carolus Hopsinjoor

Percentile
94
overall
Brewed by Brouwerij Het Anker
Style: Belgian Strong Ale

Mechelen, Belgium

bottled
common

on tap
common

Broad Distribution
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RatingsAverageScoreABVStyle PctlServe in
3843.67/5.03.66/5.08%85.5Trappist glass, Tulip, Tumbler
Commercial Description:
Origin: Gouden Carolus Hopsinjoor completes the taste pallet of the gamma Carolus-beers. Name: "Hopsinjoor" is a wordplay to for one thing the several hops which were used, and on the other hand the typical character of Mechelen of Gouden Carolus: the figure "opsinjoor" is intertwined with the history of Mechelen (see: www.opsinjoorke.be/Opsinjoorke/opsinjoor.htm). Kind of hops: 4 types of hops are used: Golding, Spalt, Hallertau and Saaz. These hops were fractioned at several times in the cooking process in order to keep a maximum of aroma. Regarding to taste we can say that the beer has a gentle, but nevertheless bitter aftertaste. Gold-yellow colour. Hoppy aroma.
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 trevor211 (504), Seattle, Washington, USA
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/103/58/104/516/20
Jan 22, 2009  
I become more impressed with Gouden Carolus beers every time I pop one open. They’re never superb, but they’re always very tasty, and they have a liveliness that is just great. This one is no exception. I don’t get a ton of hops out of it, though. Pours like a champagne - a *huge* head, even with a slow pour - though it dissipates quickly. Very light golden color. Apple cider (Martinelli’s) and pear in the aroma, along with some hops and a honey sweetness. The hops come through more powerfully in the flavor, which presents a bitterness to counter what is otherwise a very sweet beer. Well-balanced, effervescent... this one would be great to celebrate an occasion on a budget, as it’s really very much like champagne. Good stuff!


 RomanW70 (297), Providence, Rhode Island, USA
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/104/58/104/515/20
Jul 14, 2008  
Had on tap at Bier Passie weekend in Antwerp, 6/20. Pours hazy gold with an aroma of fresh hops and funk. taste similar with additional notes of breads and spice. Interesting, complex ale.


 Ober (1195), Bommelerwaard, Netherlands
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/58/104/516/20
Jul 18, 2008  
A clear yellow colored beer, with a huge foamy white head. The aroma of hops, fruits like citrus and peaches. the taste is hop bitter, a little sweet of fruits. It has a dry bitter aftertaste. A very nice, good beer.


 durhambeer (1213), Durham, USA
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
7/104/58/104/516/20
Oct 13, 2008  
Bottle from Sam’s at a solid $6.99. Muddy bright golden pour with thick white head. Lovely to behold. Hops, citrus, and yeast on the nose. Great body and similar tastes as smells with an added spiciness and crisp bitter hop finish. Very good.


 mirjukka (705), LOHJA, Finland
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/104/59/103/515/20
Jul 17, 2008  
bottle 330ml at Gallows Bird 5,9€ 100708 Color: light yellow, very thick head and lace Taste: My first thought was bit Duvelish. But I haven’t rated it here yet.. There is hidden after kick of hops bit citrus and perfume like. Very nice indeed


 502Flavors (621), Louisville, Kentucky, USA
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/104/58/103/516/20
Nov 27, 2008  
On tap at Rich O’s. Good example of a definitely unique style that I have begun to develop a serious liking for – I recommend it to anyone who digs the specific style or Belgians or IPA’s . Thanks Roger for the hook up!


 jmm635 (258), Havertown, Pennsylvania, USA
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/103/58/104/516/20
Jul 24, 2009  
Cloudy yellow pour with an enormous bubbly white head that hangs around forever. Aromas of pale malts, crisp piney hops, and lemony citrus. Mainly hops on the tongue, which was unexpected yet thoroughly enjoyed. Great carbonation. Very lively with just enough hoppy bitterness.


 Travlr (727), Washington, Washington DC, USA
3.9 Aroma Appearance Flavor Palate Overall
8/104/58/104/515/20
Nov 28, 2008  
On tap at the Kulminator, and bottled at Granville Moore’s. A well-hopped, bitter and refreshing beer with faint hints of citrus. Nice one. Better on tap.



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