After about 6 weeks, the Belgian Double is all set.  I tried a couple of bottles prior and just like the Abbey Ale from last year, the “BD” took time for the sweetness to mellow and dissipate.  It is now a very good brew, very true to the Belgian, almost Trappist style.  The recipe definately could have used more priming suger, the head is very weak and even a heavy pour will only get you about a one finger head.  The taste is very deep, earthy and I would compare it to a Rochefort 8 or a Val Dieu Brown.  I think it could have used more hops, there is just a  faint hint of bitterness and almost nill hops on the nose.  Overall, I’m very pleased with the recipe and will likely keep this as a standing batch.  I’m curious how it will age so I will keep a few bottles aside to see how it is after a year and beyond.