Alken-Maes Hapkin Strong Ale Blond 8.5%vol 33cl

A Belgian strong blond named after Baldwin VII of Flanders, known as Hapkin, or Baldwin with the Axe, who by the story asked the brewers of the Houtland for a beer strong enough to make his army invincible. Brewed by Alken-Maes and hopped four separate times during the brew, with Saaz, Monroe and Spalter Select, then refermented in the bottle. Golden and clear, with citrus, chamomile and a dry, spicy finish. Treat 8.5% with respect.