What Our Panel Thought
Aroma: “Tripel first and foremost. Belgian strong ale (banana, orange, and apple) esters are the first impression, with a subtle spiciness of pepper and clove. Alcohol to tickle the nose and yeasty notes to confuse it. Not much to suggest an underlying pumpkin, but that isn’t a bad thing.”
Flavor: “Malt sweetness (strong for the style) complements and softens the medium-light spices (clove and cinnamon). Pepper from the yeast complements the spice additions. Pumpkin flavor is present, but not distinctive; it merges with the malt sweetness. Hops bitterness is medium low.”
Overall: “Excellent example of a Belgian tripel with a variety of strong flavors. The pumpkin and spices add complexity without interfering with the tripel flavors. Somewhat sweeter than most tripels.”
What the Brewers Say
“A collaboration with Elysian Brewing, He Said is a white Belgian-Style Tripel ale brewed with pumpkin, tarragon, and galangal.”
