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PRIOR: The Prior was and is the leader of a smaller abbey community. He is the “primo inter pares” (the first among equals). Established abbeys had several off-shoots, smaller communities living on farms or settlements, sometimes far away from the original abbey for example in Northern and Eastern parts of Europe, later in the colonies, today in third world countries. With its 9 % Alc. By Vol. this darker beer is certainly a Triple Ale with a bitter sweet taste. The hoppy characteristics of all the Van Eecke ales is prominently present. Food Combinations: rather with meat than fish, hearty meals, and any time you have the opportunity to savor a great beer in a relaxed environment. |
Kapittel
"KAPITTEL” means Capital. Karl Marx must have loved this beer, since his most famous book was “Das Kapital” (German). Don’t worry, the origin of the beer has nothing to do with communism, and Karl hated Religion.
The “Kapittel” was and is the managing board of an abbey, which consists of the Abbot and his lieutenants, sometimes assisted by representatives of the Church, be it the local Bishop or even a representative from Rome.
In some cases, the local Lord was also part of the board, especially when he was the sponsor of the abbey. In other cases, one or more representatives of the higher authorities of the abbey’s Order were part of the “Kapittel”, especially when the abbey was young and hadn’t yet created a name and authority for itself.
This gives you at the same time the explanation about where Capitalism comes from. It always is the “Kapittel”, the capital, which makes the decisions.
