Our Dubbo Klockels has already made a name for itself as a refreshing dubbel beer, with a strong smoky flavor as an added bonus. That in itself is quite unique, but for the most avid peat and smoke enthusiasts, we’ve taken it a step further. We thought it would be a good idea to let one of our smokiest beers age in a barrel from perhaps the most peated whisky. On the south side of the idyllic Scottish island of Islay lies the renowned Laphroaig Distillery. For over 200 years, they have been producing heavily peated whisky, characteristic of the island of origin, which, as it should be with whisky, is aged in wooden barrels. This barrel has added a new dimension of smokiness to our Dubbo Klockels, impressing without overpowering. The influences of the sweetness of the beer and the deep wood tones effortlessly remain prominent. Additionally, the whisky has imparted some extra alcohol, as this beer has an ABV of 9.5%, making it one to handle with caution.

The Kneiter Gieter Pater is very dear to us, a beer that we quickly realized would also be excellent for aging in a beautiful wooden barrel. Despite us as brewers being big fans of (peat) smoked malts, the Kneiter Gieter Pater is devoid of any trace of smoke. Until now, that is because we have managed to get our hands on a unique barrel. Since 2021, the distiller Schotman has been producing the very first patented peated rum. One of his creations has matured in a former Moscatel barrel, the famous sweet dessert wine. And on this barrel, we have allowed our Kneiter Gieter Pater to age for 14 months. The result is a whirlwind of flavors, where the sweetness of the KGP itself and the Moscatel complement each other excellently. And the peat smoke provides such a delightful salty counterbalance that even the most fervent Trappist monk puts on an eyepatch and sets sail across the seven seas.