With the last trappist monk leaving the abbey in Achel, the brewery no longer qualifies for the Authentic Trappist Label. The production of the beer itself isn’t in danger, but attentive fans will notice a slight change in the beer label where the “Authentic Trappist Product” has now been replaced with the coat of armsRead more ⟶
Author: Yentl Bresseleers
The best beer destinations in 2021
While enjoying a beer from the comfort of your own home is nice, it doesn’t quite hit the same level as meeting up with friends and ordering a pint in the pub. At the moment, we can only dream of going to the pub, let’s explore the top beer destinations in 2021. Each year, RatebeerRead more ⟶
The Belgian Sour Oaked beer
The brewers at the Omer Vander Ghinste brewery have been busy, COVID-19 has given the brewers more time to experiment and as a result they have now launched a new beer, the LeFort Sour Oaked. A limited edition beer where only 19000 75cl bottles have been produced. LeFort Sour Oaked is a blend of LeFortRead more ⟶
Swiers Ninja Cat & Chicken, the best beer name?
What does a ninja cat and a chicken have in common? Yes, that’s right, absolutely nothing. Except, they are both proudly featured on the latest Belgian beer from De Hete Stoof brewery. This might be the best beer name, we have ever seen, proof us wrong! And it gets even crazier once you start readingRead more ⟶
Brussels Beer Project launches first beer spirit
The corona crisis has left its mark on the Brussels brewers. After all, they suddenly had barrels of beer that could no longer be sold. Instead of just emptying it, four breweries now jointly market the distillate ‘Smells Like Brussels Spirit’. “Smells like Brussels Spirit” is a collaboration between 4 Brussels breweries: Brussels Beer Project,Read more ⟶
St. Bernardus Tokyo: a new Belgian beer in can
St. Bernardus Brewery, well known for the St Bernardus beers, has launched a new beer St. Bernardus Tokyo. The beer sits somewhere in the middle between a Belgian white beer and a saison, what makes it really stand out is that it is the only beer from the brewery that is canned rather than bottled.Read more ⟶
A brand new label for the Achel Trappist beer
When you think of Belgian beers, you think of great tasting and highly rated beers, however, you might also think of the rather old-fashioned beer labels. Achel, one of the 6 trappist breweries noticed this as well and wanted to explore a new label for the trappist beers. The brewery at the Achel Abbey, commonlyRead more ⟶
11 gifts for a Belgian beer lover
A birthday or father’s day is coming up and you have no idea what to get, we know it’s tricky. If the person likes the occasional beer, you can be certain that they’ll be very impressed you got them a Belgian beer gift. And that doesn’t just need to be Belgian beer, there’s so manyRead more ⟶
93-year-old needs support in quarantine “I need more beer!!”
A 93-year-old woman from the American Seminole has already won many hearts online with her “cry for help”. Olive Veronesi was photographed during the corona crisis as she holds up a sign from behind her living room window that says she needs more beer. Accustomed to drinking a can of beer every evening, Olive VeronesiRead more ⟶
10 changes in Belgian pubs and what to expect in the UK
The majority of Belgian pubs have now reopened, and Belgians are flocking to their local pubs and bars for a drink with friends. Of course, it isn’t quite business as usual yet and there are some strict rules in place to make sure that everyone can has a good and safe time. Here’s 10 thingsRead more ⟶
6 Exclusive Belgian Beers on offer at Lidl
When it’s gone… it’s gone. And these beers will go fast at Lidl. From Thursday 11th of June, Lidl will have 6 Exclusive Belgian Beers on offer. 6 different living beers with second fermentation in the bottle all brewed by Brewery Van Steenberge. Please be warned, most of the beers have a 10.5% ABV, theseRead more ⟶