diff --git a/templates/consul.systemd.epp b/templates/consul.systemd.epp
index dfc5ae20..c4e5722a 100644
--- a/templates/consul.systemd.epp
+++ b/templates/consul.systemd.epp
@@ -14,7 +14,7 @@ After=network-online.target
 Wants=network-online.target
 
 [Service]
-Type=<%=$type %>
+Type=<%= $type %>
 <% if $allow_binding_to_root_ports { -%>
 AmbientCapabilities=CAP_NET_BIND_SERVICE
 <% } -%>