{"product_id":"gouden-carolus-classic","title":"Buy Gouden Carolus Classic – Belgian Strong Ale 8.5% | TheCrafts.ch","description":"\u003ch1\u003eBuy Gouden Carolus Classic – the Flagship of Mechelen\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGouden Carolus Classic\u003c\/strong\u003e is the heart of Brouwerij Het Anker from Mechelen – a dark Belgian strong ale with centuries of brewing tradition, named after Emperor Charles V (Carolus), who grew up in Mechelen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Belgian Dark Strong Ale\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.5% ABV\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrewery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brouwerij Het Anker, Mechelen, Belgium\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContent:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33 cl\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDeep ruby brown with a beige, creamy head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNotes of caramel, raisins, plum, and dark chocolate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSpicy Belgian yeast aromas – pepper, clove, anise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMedium bitterness, pleasant residual sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLong, warming finish with dried fruit notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory: Emperor Charles' Favorite Beer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrouwerij Het Anker was founded in the 1 4th century by the Beguines of Mechelen – today it is one of the few Belgian breweries that still brew within historic monastery walls. Emperor Charles V, who grew up in nearby Mechelen, is said to have greatly appreciated the beer from Het Anker. The name Gouden Carolus (Golden Carolus coin) honors this connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGouden Carolus Classic vs. Whisky Infused\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eClassic\u003c\/strong\u003e is the original: accessible, complex, ideal for beginners in Belgian strong ales. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/carlos-whiskey-infused\"\u003eWhisky Infused\u003c\/a\u003e is an upgrade: same base, aged in whiskey oak barrels, more intense and spirituous. Those who love the Classic will love the Whisky Infused – and vice versa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBraised beef (Carbonnade flamande)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSpicy hard cheese (Appenzeller extra, Mimolette)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHazelnut and chocolate tart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBelgian waffles with caramel sauce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eServing Recommendation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–14°C\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGlass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chalice or tulip glass\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be stored for up to 5 years – develops more dried fruit complexity over time\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e✓ Direct delivery from stock in Chur (Graubünden) to all of Switzerland and Liechtenstein in 1–3 working days.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brouwerij Het Anker","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53886784536903,"sku":null,"price":3.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/0011\/9879\/files\/Belgisches_Starkbier_8.5.png?v=1781383528","url":"https:\/\/www.thecrafts.ch\/en\/products\/gouden-carolus-classic","provider":"TheCrafts.ch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}