Trappist Single

A pale, bitter, highly attenuated and well carbonated Trappist ale with a fruity-spicy character, a soft body, and dry finish.

Delicate fruity esters and restrained spicy phenols from Trappist yeast. Light pale malt aroma with subtle honey-like notes. Very low hop aroma. Elegant, refined, and distinctly Trappist.

Pale to medium gold, 3-5 SRM. Clear. White head with excellent retention. Active, effervescent carbonation.

Delicate fruity esters and restrained spicy phenols. Light pale malt. Moderate bitterness. Very dry, clean finish. Refined and elegant. The Trappist yeast character is present but subtle.

Light to medium body with high carbonation. Crisp and spritzy. Dry and clean. Refined and elegant.

The Trappist Single (Patersbier) is the everyday monastic table beer, closely related to Belgian Single but specifically brewed within Trappist monastery walls. Westmalle Extra, Orval Extra (for monks only), and La Trappe Puur are rare commercial examples. Represents the monastic brewing tradition at its simplest and most elegant.

What is Trappist Single beer?

Trappist Single (BJCP 26A) — a light, dry Trappist table beer. Style guide and specs.

What is the ABV of Trappist Single?

Trappist Single has an alcohol by volume (ABV) of 4.8-6.0%.

How bitter is Trappist Single beer?

Trappist Single measures 25-45 IBU (International Bitterness Units).

What are some examples of Trappist Single beers?

Westmalle Extra, La Trappe Puur, Chimay Doré (Gold), Westvleteren Blond