My Belgian ale tastes medicinal

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DenGran

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I just tried my latest, a belgian golden ale, (my own recipe) and it had all the qualities I wanted with the exception of a strong medicinal/spicy flavor up front (finish was ok). Will this subside if I let it age a bit or will it remain regardless? I used White Labs WLP570 belgian golden ale yeast, which I have never used before. It fermented at 70° F, sat in secondary for 6 weeks and in bottle for 1 week before tasting.
Happy Holidays,
Dengran
 
you opened a bottle way to soon. time is your friend when bottle conditioning. let it sit a month before you crack another one open. you'll be glad you did. trust me.
 
High gravity beers seem to take longer to condition. The alcohol taste will subside and smooth out over time.

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