The term "Belgian ale" encompasses a wide variety of diverse and unique beers. There is no one set of characteristics, no neat divisions. Many Belgian beers even have their very own glasses; the brewers and drinkers would insist that the same beer served in a different glass wouldn't taste "right." Belgian brewers aren't bound by the same traditions as their German and British counterparts. Fruit, spices, sugar—anything goes. Also, Belgian ales are often fermented at high temperatures (up to 86° F!) lending the beer phenolic and estery qualities considered undesirable in most other styles. Our kits are true to eccentric form—you may want to purchase a commercial example before committing to brew five gallons. These beers are something of an acquired taste, but once you've acquired it...