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Heir to Ruins
- Tripel
- 8.2% ABV
- Label approved Jul 16
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Sapwood Cellars' Tripel. Label approved 16 July 2026; not spotted yet.
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About this beer
This is the 4th of 12 labels we have from Sapwood Cellars. It is one of 4 tripel labels approved in July 2026. Its label was approved 22 days after it was submitted. The label names one hop, German Saphir.
A sepia-toned oil painting of a ruined stone structure dominates the center, rendered in warm ochre and dark brown washes with a weathered, atmospheric quality. The beer name "HEIR TO RUINS" is set in tall, outline-stroke serif capitals that overlay the architectural scene, while a circular emblem featuring an interlocked geometric knot in black linework appears in the upper right. The composition balances the painterly landscape with clean typography and heraldic symbol, all set against a cream background.
From the label“We brewed our Tripel using Belgian Pilsner malt and hopped with German Saphir. We combined two monastic strains for restrained fruit (banana and orange) and spice (pepper and clove). One reason that Belgium has a tradition of stronger beers is that until 1984 bars and restaurants couldn't serve distilled spirits. Despite the strength, this beer is easy to drink thanks to a crisp finish and restrained bitterness.”
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Style: BelgianBrewery: Sapwood Cellars