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THE LEGENDARY
GOLDEN DRAGON

The legend of the dragon is ancient. The mythical creature’s journey begins in northern Scandinavia, on the prow of a Viking ship and, after many distant journeys, ends at the top of Ghent’s Belfry.

Gulden Draak beers have been traditionally brewed with noble hops and unique yeast varieties since 1986. Our brewers master the processes of top fermentation, natural lagering and secondary fermentation with expert mastery. Gulden Draak is a living beer and has a long-lasting flavor evolution. The brewing process consists of several stages where there is a constant need for attention, quality and passion for the beer.

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Gulden Draak
Cuvée Prestige

For our exceptional Cuvée Prestige, we allow the Gulden Draak Classic to continue aging in specially selected barrels after lagering. After aging, the beer undergoes its classic secondary fermentation with the unique and proprietary wine yeast, which will ensure a perfect balance. We can therefore safely speak here of an extra refined barleywine, a delicious and original tasting beer to be enjoyed in moderation.

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Gulden Draak 3×8 bundle + 2 Free Gulden Draak glasses

Eight beers. One box.

For the first time, all variants of Gulden Draak are brought together in one exclusive set:

  • 3x Gulden Draak Classic
  • 3x Gulden Draak 9000 Quadruple
  • 3x Gulden Draak Brewmaster
  • 3x Gulden Draak Imperial Stout
  • 3x Gulden Draak Fire
  • 3x Gulden Draak Blond
  • 3x Gulden Draak Red
  • 3x Gulden Draak Smoked

Including two elegant Gulden Draak tasting glasses (33 cl).

A unique set for the enthusiast who wants to fully experience the character and complexity of Gulden Draak.

Order your exclusive box and discover the complete flavour spectrum of this legend.

Gulden Draak Blond – 33cl

This top-fermented blond beer with secondary fermentation contains a very full-bodied aroma and has a perfect sweet-bitter balance with a pleasant aftertaste. A blond tasting beer to enjoy for a long time.

Fermentation both in bottle and barrel ensures years of shelf life with flavor evolution.

StyleBlonde, double.
AppearanceBlond with white head.
FlavorFull and soft.
TasteFull-bodied.
IngredientsWATER, BARLEY MALT, HOPS, YEAST
EBU20
EBC12
PackagingBottle 33cl – Barrel 20l
ABVAlc. 8 % vol. – 17° plato
Shelf life24 months (bottle 33cl) - 12 months (barrel)

Gulden Draak Red – 33cl

High fermentation beer with delicious fruity character. High fermentation beer with secondary fermentation in the bottle or keg.

StyleSpecial beer with fruit aroma.
AppearanceRed with soft pink foam head.
FlavorPronounced fruity.
TasteSoft, sweet and fruity (red fruit)
IngredientsWATER, BARLEY MALT, RICE, HOPS, YEAST
EBU15
EBC37
Packaging24 months (bottle 33cl) – 12 months (barrel)
ABVAlc. 8 % vol. – 17° plato
Shelf life24 months (bottle 33cl) - 12 months (barrel)

Gulden Draak Brewmaster – 75cl

Gulden Draak Brewmaster is an ode by the sixth generation master brewer to the previous generations of brewers of the Van Steenberge brewery, to the craftsmanship of our traditional brewing art and in particular to the fifth generation brewer: Jozef Van Steenberge, who, around the year 1975, immersed himself in specialty beers, combined with the experiments of the new “Craft beer world.

Gulden Draak Brewmaster Family
At the Gulden Draak Brewmaster, brewers will age the base brew of the Gulden Draak Classic in wooden barrels derived from distilled spirits, subject to availability.

StyleWood-aged / infused.
AppearanceAmber with slight orange glow, very bright with a fine white head.
FlavorCaramel, candy sugar, wood (barrel, cedar), whiskey, vanilla, yeast and an alcohol boost.
TasteSweet and smooth attack, caramel, malt, candy sugar, butterscotch, cedar, yeast and alcohol.
IngredientsWater, barley malt, sugar, hops, yeast and caramel.
EBU21
EBC28
PackagingBottle 33cl 75cl - barrel 20l
ABVAlc. 10.5% vol. - 22° plato
Shelf life24 months (bottle 33cl) - 36 months (bottle 75cl 1.5l 3l) 12 months (barrel)

Gulden Draak 9000 Quadruple – 75cl

The unsurpassed Gulden Draak Classic as a dark triple of 10.5% alcohol received a strong addition after 25 years of ever-growing success, the Gulden Draak 9000 Quadruple.

The particularly rich and complex flavor palette and full head of foam is also found in the Gulden Draak 9000 Quadruple. However, the sweet notes of caramel remain reserved for the Gulden Draak Classic.

Gulden Draak Quadruple Family
The new recipe based on 4 times more malt gives the Gulden Draak 9000 Quadruple a deep golden amber color and a slightly fruity aroma. Together with the soft and slightly sweet taste, this creates a beautifully rounded bouquet with notes of dried fruit.

Like the other specialty beers from Brewery Van Steenberge, Gulden Draak 9000 Quadruple is a top-fermented beer with secondary fermentation. A wine yeast is used for secondary fermentation, which not only contributes to the incomparable taste but also ensures years of shelf life with flavor evolution.

StyleAmber barley wine.
AppearanceAmber with slight orange glow, very bright. fine white foam head.
FlavorFruity, slightly sweet full-bodied aromas with a very rounded finish.
TasteSoftly bitter with notes of dried fruit. 4 times more malt than for a lager beer.
IngredientsWater, barley malt, sugar, hops and yeast.
EBU21
EBC28
PackagingBottle 33cl, 75cl, 1.5l - 20l, 30l
ABVAlc. 10.5% vol. - 22° plato
Shelf life24 months (bottle 33cl) - 36 months (bottle 75cl 1.5l 3l) - 12 months (barrel)

Gulden Draak Classic – 1,5l

With such an imposing symbol that has endured for more than six centuries, comes an equally impressive beer. As the dragon adorns the top of the city, Gulden Draak has been among the world’s top beers for years. It is a dark tripel, which in itself makes it an exceptional beer, but its complex flavor with notes of caramel, roasted malt and coffee makes it unique.
In short, the beer is worthy of its name.

A wine yeast is used for secondary fermentation, which determines the incomparable taste and ensures the long-term evolution of taste (= living beer). The older the beer gets, the more aroma it acquires and the fuller the flavor and color become.

So it is well worth keeping a few large bottles and letting them age over many years.

StyleDark barley wine, ruby red tripel.
AppearanceCoppery brown with a ruby glow. Stable white head.
FlavorMalty-sweet undertone. dried fruits (figs) and a mild spicy touch (cloves).
TasteFull malty attack, caramel. spicy blend of fragrance. balanced. Clear presence of alcohol, but nicely carried by a solid body.
IngredientsWater, barley malt, sugar, hops, yeast and caramel.
EBU21
EBC56
PackagingBottle 33cl, 75cl, 1.5l, 3l - barrel 5l, 20l, 30l
ABVAlc. 10,5% vol. - 22° plato
Shelf life24 months (bottle 33cl) - 36 months (bottle 75cl 1.5l 3l) 12 months (barrel)

Gulden Draak Classic – 75cl

With such an imposing symbol that has endured for more than six centuries, comes an equally impressive beer. As the dragon adorns the top of the city, Gulden Draak has been among the world’s top beers for years. It is a dark tripel, which in itself makes it an exceptional beer, but its complex flavor with notes of caramel, roasted malt and coffee makes it unique.
In short, the beer is worthy of its name.

A wine yeast is used for secondary fermentation, which determines the incomparable taste and ensures the long-term evolution of taste (= living beer). The older the beer gets, the more aroma it acquires and the fuller the flavor and color become.

So it is well worth keeping a few large bottles and letting them age over many years.

StyleDark barley wine, ruby red tripel.
AppearanceCoppery brown with a ruby glow. Stable white head.
FlavorMalty-sweet undertone. dried fruits (figs) and a mild spicy touch (cloves).
TasteFull malty attack, caramel. spicy blend of fragrance. balanced. Clear presence of alcohol, but nicely carried by a solid body.
IngredientsWater, barley malt, sugar, hops, yeast and caramel.
EBU21
EBC56
PackagingBottle 33cl, 75cl, 1.5l, 3l - barrel 5l, 20l, 30l
ABVAlc. 10,5% vol. - 22° plato
Shelf life24 months (bottle 33cl) - 36 months (bottle 75cl 1.5l 3l) 12 months (barrel)

Gulden Draak Imperial Stout – 33cl

The Gulden Draak Imperial Stout is a dark brown to black colored beer and is the heaviest beer in the Gulden Draak range with its 11° alcohol by volume. The typical roasted flavor is obtained by adding roasted, caramelized malt used exclusively for this purpose. It is a very well balanced heavy beer.

The finish is rich and powerful. When tasting this specialty beer, you will discover aromas of banana and chocolate. The secondary fermentation comes into its own beautifully and will balance out the higher alcohols perfectly.

 

StyleDark barley wine.
AppearanceDeep brown to almost black. Fine, light brown and fairly stable head.
FlavorRoasted aromas with even a slightly smoky, roasted note. ripe, candied fruit. warm, spicy note (licorice, cinnamon sticks).
TastePowerful, full-bodied and complex. Soft sweet undertones (caramel), ripe fruit and slightly spicy (licorice, star anise).
IngredientsWater, barley malt, sugar, hops, yeast and caramel.
EBU20
EBC130
PackagingBottle 33cl, 75cl - barrel 20l
ABVAlc. 11% vol. - 25° plato
Shelf life24 months (bottle 33cl) - 36 months (bottle 75cl 1.5l 3l) - 12 months (barrel)

Gulden Draak Cuvée Prestige Cognac – 75cl

Gulden Draak Cuvée Prestige Cognac has been matured for 15 weeks in original French cognac barrels, resulting in a unique flavor profile. This aging process gives the beer warm aromas of dried fruit, roasted nuts, vanilla, and spices. These notes perfectly complement the powerful, malty character of Gulden Draak, while the warm cognac accents create a silky-smooth, intense finish.

Gulden Draak Cuvée Prestige Cognac offers a rich, full-bodied taste in which new layers and details can be discovered with every sip. This exclusive edition is a special treat for anyone who appreciates a blend of brewing and distilling craftsmanship.

Gulden Draak Fire – 33cl

Fiery, rich and powerful Belgian beer with secondary fermentation

This special beer is deep red-brown and has an intensely sweet caramel character with accents of banana and dried figs. The fire is in the aftertaste, where the chili accentuates the malt notes in a brilliant way and warms your throat.

StyleSpicy deep red-brown beer of high fermentation with secondary fermentation
AppearanceDeep red-brown
FlavorChili flavor
TastePowerful lingering flavour
Ingredientswater, barleymalt, hop, yeast
EBU18
EBC60
PackagingBottle 33cl - Barrel 20l
ABVAlc. 10,5 % vol. – 22° plato
Shelf life36 months (bottle 33cl) - 12 months (barrel)

Gulden Draak Cuvée Prestige Laphroaig – 75cl

After a successful previous edition, this special Gulden Draak Cuvée Prestige Laphroaig is available again, this time with our third batch. This version has been aged for 16 weeks in Laphroaig casks from the iconic Scottish distillery on the island of Islay. Laphroaig is known for its distinct peat flavour, and that smoky, full-bodied character is clearly evident in this Gulden Draak Cuvée Prestige Laphroaig, making for a unique and quirky blend that is sure to surprise aficionados.

We are also proud to announce that this new batch features a new label and a completely new design, further highlighting the premium character of this unique edition.

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