Brouwerij der Trappisten van Westmalle

Brouwerij der Trappisten van Westmalle, Belgium

Brouwerij der Trappisten van Westmalle is a renowned Belgian brewery known worldwide for its Trappist beers. The brewery is located near the village of Malle in the province of Antwerp, Belgium. Westmalle is one of only a few breweries in the world allowed to carry the coveted "Authentic Trappist Product" seal, which means that their beers are brewed by monks in a Trappist monastery.

Here are some of the most famous beers brewed by Westmalle Trappist:

Westmalle Dubbel: This is a strong Belgian Dubbel beer with an alcohol content of about 7 percent. It has a dark ruby colour and a rich, malty taste with notes of caramel, dried fruits and spices.

Westmalle Tripel: This beer is a classic Belgian Tripel with an alcohol content of about 9.5 per cent. It has a light, golden colour and is characterised by a complex taste combining fruity notes, a slight bitterness and a pleasant spiciness.

Westmalle Extra: Westmalle Extra is a lighter, less alcoholic beer with an alcohol content of about 4.8 per cent. It is often called the "grandson" because it is lighter compared to the other Westmalle beers. It is refreshing and easy to drink.

The Westmalle brewery was founded in 1836 by the monks of the Trappist monastery of the Onze-Lieve-Vrouw van het Heilig Hart (Our Lady of the Sacred Heart) Abbey. The monks still use traditional brewing methods and use high-quality ingredients to make their beers. Trappist monasticism has a long tradition of brewing beer, and the proceeds from the sale of Westmalle beers are used to fund the monastery and its social works.

Westmalle Trappist beers are highly regarded by beer lovers around the world and exemplify the outstanding quality and craftsmanship associated with Trappist beer. If you have the opportunity to try these beers, you will surely appreciate the unique flavours and rich history behind them.