Top 100 Belgian Beers

"Discover the rich heritage of Belgian brewing in 100 incredible beers"

Belgium has long been considered a beer lover’s paradise. Known for its distinctive beer styles, rich flavors, and brewing expertise, Belgian beer is more than just a drink—it's a cultural experience. From Trappist ales to lambics, this list will explore the finest Belgian brews that have captivated beer enthusiasts for generations.

Topics

• Top 100 Belgian Beers
  • Topics
  • Overview
  • Cheat
  • Topic 1: "Trappist Ales"
  • Topic 2: "Lambic and Gueuze"
  • Topic 3: "Abbey Beers"
  • Topic 4: "Belgian Strong Ales"
  • Topic 5: "Witbier and Blonde Ales"
  • Top 100 List (continued)
  • Top 100 Table (continued)
  • Conclusion

Overview

• Title: "Belgian Beer: The Essence of Tradition and Taste"
• Subtitle: "A journey through the best beers from Belgium"
• Tagline: "Belgian brews are world-renowned for their diversity and depth"
• Description: "Belgium's beer culture offers a wide variety of styles, flavors, and aromas, making it a beer haven for connoisseurs."
• Keywords: Belgian beer, craft beer, Trappist ale, lambic, sour beer, dark ale, Belgian styles, abbey beer, gueuze, blonde ale

Cheat

# Belgian Beer
- The Essence of Tradition and Taste
- Belgian brews are world-renowned for their diversity and depth
- A journey through 5 distinct Belgian beer styles
- 5 Topics

## Topics
- Trappist Ales: Trappist, Abbey beer, Quadrupel, Dubbel, Chimay
- Lambic and Gueuze: Spontaneous fermentation, Sour, Fruit beer, Kriek, Oude Gueuze
- Abbey Beers: Blonde, Dubbel, Tripel, Strong ale, Westmalle
- Belgian Strong Ales: Golden strong, Dark strong, Chimay Blue, Delirium Tremens
- Witbier and Blonde Ales: Light, refreshing, Spices, Wheat beer, Hoegaarden

Topic 1: "Trappist Ales"

"Brewed by monks, celebrated by beer lovers"

Trappist beers are brewed in monasteries, following a centuries-old tradition. These brews are often robust, complex, and distinctive. Authentic Trappist ales are marked by the prestigious “Authentic Trappist Product” label, ensuring quality and heritage.

1. Westvleteren 12 (XII): Legendary Trappist ale, known for its rich malt profile and balanced sweetness.
2. Chimay Blue: A dark ale with hints of caramel, chocolate, and dried fruits.
3. Rochefort 10: A strong ale with a complex blend of dark fruits, spices, and chocolate.
4. Orval: Dry and hoppy, with notes of wild yeast and citrus.
5. Chimay Red: Smooth with a fruity aroma and slightly nutty finish.
6. Achel 8 Blond: Light golden ale with hints of spices, yeast, and a crisp finish.
7. Westmalle Tripel: A golden strong ale, fruity with a dry finish.
8. Rochefort 8: Bold flavors of caramel, figs, and a slight bitterness.
9. La Trappe Quadrupel: Sweet and malty with a deep amber hue and warming alcohol.
10. Westmalle Dubbel: Deep brown, with flavors of caramel and dark fruits.
11. Chimay White: A fruity and spicy tripel, with a hoppy finish.
12. Rochefort 6: Medium-bodied, with flavors of dried fruit and a sweet malt backbone.
13. La Trappe Tripel: Golden with fruity esters and a dry finish.
14. Achel Bruin: Dark, with flavors of malt, caramel, and light spices.
15. Zundert 10: A balanced and rich Trappist quadrupel with a fruity profile.
16. Westvleteren Blond: A lighter Trappist ale with a floral aroma and mild bitterness.
17. La Trappe Dubbel: Sweet and malty, with rich caramel and a hint of chocolate.
18. Zundert 8: A floral and spicy ale with a smooth finish.
19. Engelszell Gregorius: Sweet and malty, with a touch of honey and caramel.
20. Chimay Gold: A light and refreshing ale with citrus and herbal notes.

Topic 2: "Lambic and Gueuze"

"The wild ales that ferment with nature’s touch"

Lambic beers are fermented with wild yeasts and aged for extended periods. They are typically tart or sour, and some are blended to create Gueuze, a sparkling version of lambic. These beers are known for their unique, funky flavor profiles.

1. Cantillon Gueuze: Complex and tart, with earthy and fruity notes.
2. 3 Fonteinen Oude Gueuze: A balanced blend of young and old lambic with a sour, funky character.
3. Cantillon Kriek: A lambic aged with cherries, offering a tart and fruity flavor.
4. Boon Oude Gueuze: A traditional gueuze with a sharp, dry finish and hints of citrus.
5. Lindemans Kriek: A fruity and sweet cherry lambic, popular for its approachable flavor.
6. Cantillon Rosé de Gambrinus: A raspberry lambic with a sour, fruity punch.
7. Girardin Gueuze: Funky and earthy, with a dry and effervescent character.
8. Hanssens Oude Gueuze: Bold and sour, with an intense wild yeast aroma.
9. Tilquin Gueuze: A fruity and tart gueuze, with a dry and refreshing finish.
10. Cantillon Fou' Foune: A unique apricot lambic with a sour and fruity profile.
11. Boon Kriek: A balance of sweet and sour, with fresh cherry flavor.
12. 3 Fonteinen Oude Kriek: A rich cherry lambic, tart and fruity with deep flavors.
13. Lindemans Framboise: A sweet raspberry lambic, with bright fruity notes.
14. De Cam Oude Gueuze: Wild and complex, with a dry finish and funky aroma.
15. Mort Subite Gueuze: Light and fruity, with a balanced sourness.
16. Cantillon Vigneronne: A lambic aged with white grapes, tart and complex.
17. Boon Oude Kriek: Aged with cherries, offering a deep red hue and sour punch.
18. Tilquin Quetsche: A plum lambic, fruity and tart with a unique flavor.
19. Cantillon Iris: Made with barley malt, sour and herbal with a dry finish.
20. Lindemans Gueuze: A sweeter, more accessible gueuze with light sour notes.

Topic 3: "Abbey Beers"

"Inspired by monastic brewing, crafted to perfection"

Abbey beers are inspired by the brewing traditions of monks but are often produced by commercial breweries. They include a variety of styles, from pale ales to strong dark ales, often with a rich and malty profile.

1. Leffe Blonde: Smooth and fruity, with a slight bitterness.
2. Maredsous 10 Tripel: A strong golden ale with fruity esters and a spicy finish.
3. St. Bernardus Abt 12: Rich, malty, and complex with dark fruit flavors.
4. Leffe Brune: Dark and sweet, with hints of caramel and roasted malt.
5. Affligem Tripel: A fruity and spicy golden ale with a dry finish.
6. St. Bernardus Prior 8: Malty with flavors of caramel and dried fruits.
7. Grimbergen Blonde: Fruity and slightly sweet, with a hint of spice.
8. Corsendonk Pater Dubbel: Rich and malty, with flavors of dark fruits and caramel.
9. St. Bernardus Tripel: A fruity and spicy ale with a smooth, dry finish.
10. Affligem Blonde: Light and refreshing, with fruity esters and a mild bitterness.
11. Leffe Triple: A golden ale with fruity and spicy aromas, and a sweet finish.
12. Maredsous 6 Blonde: A light and refreshing blonde ale with citrus notes.
13. St. Feuillien Blonde: A strong blonde ale, malty and spicy with a dry finish.
14. Grimbergen Double-Ambrée: Dark amber, with sweet malt flavors and a hint of bitterness.
15. Val-Dieu Triple: A fruity and spicy tripel with a dry, hoppy finish.
16. St. Bernardus Pater 6: Smooth and malty, with dark fruit and caramel notes.
17. Leffe Radieuse: Complex, with fruity and malty flavors and a light bitterness.
18. Corsendonk Agnus Tripel: A golden ale with a fruity aroma and dry finish.
19. Chimay Dorée: Light and crisp, with citrus and herbal notes.
20. St. Feuillien Brune: Dark and malty, with a sweet finish.

Topic 4: "Belgian Strong Ales"

"Big flavors, higher ABV, unforgettable"

Belgian strong ales are known for their high alcohol content, complex flavors, and rich aromas. From golden strong ales to dark, robust brews, these beers are designed to leave

a lasting impression.

1. Delirium Tremens: Golden ale with fruity esters and a warming finish.
2. Duvel: Light and crisp, with a fruity aroma and a dry, hoppy finish.
3. Gouden Carolus Classic: Rich and malty, with dark fruit and caramel notes.
4. Piraat: A strong golden ale with fruity esters and a peppery finish.
5. La Chouffe: Fruity and spicy, with a dry, crisp finish.
6. Kwak: Malty with flavors of caramel and dried fruits.
7. Gulden Draak: A dark ale with rich malty flavors and a sweet finish.
8. Bush Ambree: Strong and malty, with flavors of caramel and dried fruits.
9. Gouden Carolus Tripel: Fruity and spicy, with a dry, hoppy finish.
10. Straffe Hendrik Quadruple: Rich, dark, and malty with dried fruit flavors.
11. Duvel Tripel Hop: Hoppy and fruity, with a crisp, bitter finish.
12. La Guillotine: A golden ale with fruity and spicy aromas, and a dry finish.
13. Piraat Triple Hop: Hoppy and strong, with fruity esters and a bitter finish.
14. St. Feuillien Triple: A fruity and spicy tripel with a dry finish.
15. Gulden Draak 9000: Rich and malty with a sweet finish.
16. Hapkin: A fruity and spicy ale with a light, refreshing finish.
17. Kasteel Donker: Dark and malty, with rich flavors of caramel and dried fruits.
18. Satan Gold: A strong golden ale with fruity esters and a dry finish.
19. Gouden Carolus Cuvée van de Keizer: A rich and malty ale with a strong finish.
20. Viven Imperial IPA: Hoppy and strong, with fruity esters and a bitter finish.

Topic 5: "Witbier and Blonde Ales"

"Light, refreshing, and full of Belgian character"

Witbier and blonde ales are light, refreshing beers often brewed with spices like coriander and orange peel. These beers are perfect for those who enjoy something lighter but still full of flavor.

1. Hoegaarden: The classic Belgian witbier, brewed with coriander and orange peel.
2. Leffe Blonde: Light and fruity with a hint of spice and a smooth finish.
3. Blanche de Namur: Refreshing with a citrusy, spicy flavor.
4. Brugse Zot Blonde: Fruity and malty, with a dry finish.
5. Vedett Extra White: A crisp, refreshing witbier with citrus and spice notes.
6. Tongerlo Blonde: Fruity and malty with a smooth finish.
7. Witkap Pater: A light and refreshing ale with fruity and spicy aromas.
8. St. Bernardus Wit: Smooth and creamy, with citrus and spice notes.
9. Silly Saison: A light and refreshing ale with a fruity aroma.
10. Huyghe Averbode: A smooth and fruity blonde ale with a hint of spice.
11. Corsendonk Blanche: Light and refreshing, with citrus and coriander flavors.
12. Witkap Stimulo: A crisp and refreshing ale with citrus and spice notes.
13. Ename Blonde: Fruity and malty with a dry finish.
14. Palm Speciale: A light and fruity ale with a hint of caramel.
15. La Chouffe Blonde: Fruity and spicy with a dry finish.
16. Troubadour Blonde: Fruity and malty with a light bitterness.
17. Vedett Extra Blond: A crisp and refreshing blonde ale.
18. St. Feuillien Blonde: A strong blonde ale, malty and spicy with a dry finish.
19. Leffe Rituel 9°: A fruity and malty ale with a strong finish.
20. Hercule Stout: Dark, malty, with roasted coffee and chocolate notes.

Top 100 List (continued)

1. Chimay White (Trappist Ales)
2. 3 Fonteinen Oude Kriek (Lambic and Gueuze)
3. Affligem Tripel (Abbey Beers)
4. Gulden Draak (Belgian Strong Ales)
5. Blanche de Namur (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
6. Rochefort 10 (Trappist Ales)
7. Cantillon Kriek (Lambic and Gueuze)
8. St. Bernardus Prior 8 (Abbey Beers)
9. Gouden Carolus Classic (Belgian Strong Ales)
10. Vedett Extra White (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
11. Orval (Trappist Ales)
12. Boon Oude Gueuze (Lambic and Gueuze)
13. Grimbergen Blonde (Abbey Beers)
14. Piraat (Belgian Strong Ales)
15. Brugse Zot Blonde (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
16. Chimay Red (Trappist Ales)
17. Lindemans Framboise (Lambic and Gueuze)
18. Maredsous 10 Tripel (Abbey Beers)
19. La Chouffe (Belgian Strong Ales)
20. St. Bernardus Wit (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
21. Rochefort 8 (Trappist Ales)
22. Hanssens Oude Gueuze (Lambic and Gueuze)
23. Leffe Brune (Abbey Beers)
24. Kwak (Belgian Strong Ales)
25. Corsendonk Blanche (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
26. Achel 8 Blond (Trappist Ales)
27. Tilquin Gueuze (Lambic and Gueuze)
28. Affligem Blonde (Abbey Beers)
29. Bush Ambree (Belgian Strong Ales)
30. Ename Blonde (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
31. Westmalle Tripel (Trappist Ales)
32. Mort Subite Gueuze (Lambic and Gueuze)
33. Grimbergen Double-Ambrée (Abbey Beers)
34. Straffe Hendrik Quadruple (Belgian Strong Ales)
35. Witkap Pater (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
36. Rochefort 6 (Trappist Ales)
37. Lindemans Gueuze (Lambic and Gueuze)
38. St. Bernardus Tripel (Abbey Beers)
39. La Guillotine (Belgian Strong Ales)
40. Tongerlo Blonde (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
41. La Trappe Quadrupel (Trappist Ales)
42. Boon Kriek (Lambic and Gueuze)
43. Corsendonk Pater Dubbel (Abbey Beers)
44. Duvel Tripel Hop (Belgian Strong Ales)
45. Palm Speciale (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
46. Westmalle Dubbel (Trappist Ales)
47. Tilquin Quetsche (Lambic and Gueuze)
48. St. Feuillien Blonde (Abbey Beers)
49. Gouden Carolus Tripel (Belgian Strong Ales)
50. St. Feuillien Brune (Abbey Beers)
51. La Trappe Tripel (Trappist Ales)
52. De Cam Oude Gueuze (Lambic and Gueuze)
53. Maredsous 6 Blonde (Abbey Beers)
54. Gouden Carolus Cuvée van de Keizer (Belgian Strong Ales)
55. Vedett Extra Blond (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
56. Zundert 10 (Trappist Ales)
57. Lindemans Kriek (Lambic and Gueuze)
58. Val-Dieu Triple (Abbey Beers)
59. Gulden Draak 9000 (Belgian Strong Ales)
60. Troubadour Blonde (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
61. Zundert 8 (Trappist Ales)
62. Mort Subite Kriek (Lambic and Gueuze)
63. St. Bernardus Pater 6 (Abbey Beers)
64. Satan Gold (Belgian Strong Ales)
65. Hoegaarden Grand Cru (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
66. Achel Bruin (Trappist Ales)
67. Cantillon Rosé de Gambrinus (Lambic and Gueuze)
68. St. Feuillien Triple (Abbey Beers)
69. Hercule Stout (Belgian Strong Ales)
70. Huyghe Averbode (Witbier and Blonde Ales)
71. La Trappe Dubbel (Trappist Ales)
72. Cantillon Fou' Foune (Lambic and Gueuze)
73. Leffe Radieuse (Abbey Beers)
74. Piraat Triple Hop (Belgian Strong Ales)
75. Corsendonk Agnus Tripel (Abbey Beers)
76. Viven Imperial IPA (Belgian Strong Ales)
77. Engelszell Gregorius (Trappist Ales)
78. Cantillon Vigneronne (Lambic and Gueuze)
79. Leffe Triple (Abbey Beers)
80. Hercule Stout (Witbier and Blonde Ales)

Top 100 Table (continued)

Rank	Name	Topic	Tagline
21	Chimay White	Trappist Ales	Fruity and spicy tripel, with a hoppy finish
22	3 Fonteinen Oude Kriek	Lambic and Gueuze	Tart and fruity with deep flavors
23	Affligem Tripel	Abbey Beers	Fruity and spicy golden ale
24	Gulden Draak	Belgian Strong Ales	Rich malty flavors, sweet finish
25	Blanche de Namur	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Refreshing with citrusy, spicy flavor
26	Rochefort 10	Trappist Ales	Strong ale with dark fruit and spice notes
27	Cantillon Kriek	Lambic and Gueuze	Aged with cherries, tart and fruity
28	St. Bernardus Prior 8	Abbey Beers	Malty with caramel and dried fruit flavors
29	Gouden Carolus Classic	Belgian Strong Ales	Rich and malty with dark fruit notes
30	Vedett Extra White	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Crisp and refreshing with citrus and spice
31	Orval	Trappist Ales	Dry and hoppy with wild yeast and citrus
32	Boon Oude Gueuze	Lambic and Gueuze	Traditional gueuze with sharp, dry finish
33	Grimbergen Blonde	Abbey Beers	Fruity and slightly sweet, with a hint of spice
34	Piraat	Belgian Strong Ales	Strong golden ale with fruity esters
35	Brugse Zot Blonde	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Fruity and malty, dry finish
36	Chimay Red	Trappist Ales	Smooth, fruity aroma and nutty finish
37	Lindemans Framboise	Lambic and Gueuze	Sweet raspberry lambic, bright fruity notes
38	Maredsous 10 Tripel	Abbey Beers	Strong golden ale with fruity esters
39	La Chouffe	Belgian Strong Ales	Fruity and spicy with dry, crisp finish
40	St. Bernardus Wit	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Smooth and creamy, citrus and spice notes
41	Rochefort 8	Trappist Ales	Bold flavors of caramel and figs
42	Hanssens Oude Gueuze	Lambic and Gueuze	Bold and sour with wild yeast aroma
43	Leffe Brune	Abbey Beers	Dark and sweet, with caramel and roasted malt
44	Kwak	Belgian Strong Ales	Malty with caramel and dried fruit flavors
45	Corsendonk Blanche	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Light, refreshing, with citrus and coriander
46	Achel 8 Blond	Trappist Ales	Light golden ale, crisp finish
47	Tilquin Gueuze	Lambic and Gueuze	Fruity, tart with a dry refreshing finish
48	Affligem Blonde	Abbey Beers	Fruity, malty with a smooth finish
49	Bush Ambree	Belgian Strong Ales	Strong and malty with caramel and dried fruits
50	Ename Blonde	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Fruity and malty with dry finish
51	Westmalle Tripel	Trappist Ales	Golden, fruity and dry
52	Mort Subite Gueuze	Lambic and Gueuze	Light, fruity with balanced sourness
53	Grimbergen Double-Ambrée	Abbey Beers	Dark amber, sweet malt and slight bitterness
54	Straffe Hendrik Quadruple	Belgian Strong Ales	Rich, dark, malty with dried fruit flavors
55	Witkap Pater	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Light and fruity with spice aromas
56	Rochefort 6	Trappist Ales	Medium-bodied, dried fruit and malt notes
57	Lindemans Gueuze	Lambic and Gueuze	Sweet, accessible gueuze
58	St. Bernardus Tripel	Abbey Beers	Fruity, spicy, smooth with dry finish
59	La Guillotine	Belgian Strong Ales	Fruity and spicy, dry finish
60	Tongerlo Blonde	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Fruity and malty, smooth finish
61	La Trappe Quadrupel	Trappist Ales	Sweet, malty, amber with warming alcohol
62	Boon Kriek	Lambic and Gueuze	Sweet and sour with fresh cherry flavors
63	Corsendonk Pater Dubbel	Abbey Beers	Rich, malty, dark fruit and caramel notes
64	Duvel Tripel Hop	Belgian Strong Ales	Hoppy and fruity, crisp and bitter finish
65	Palm Speciale	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Light and fruity with hint of caramel
66	Westmalle Dubbel	Trappist Ales	Deep brown, caramel, dark fruits
67	Tilquin Quetsche	Lambic and Gueuze	Plum lambic, tart with unique flavor
68	St. Feuillien Blonde	Abbey Beers	Strong blonde, malty and spicy
69	Gouden Carolus Tripel	Belgian Strong Ales	Fruity, spicy with dry hoppy finish
70	St. Feuillien Brune	Abbey Beers	Dark and malty, sweet finish
71	La Trappe Tripel	Trappist Ales	Golden with fruity esters, dry finish
72	De Cam Oude Gueuze	Lambic and Gueuze	Wild, complex with dry finish
73	Maredsous 6 Blonde	Abbey Beers	Light and refreshing, citrus notes
74	Gouden Carolus Cuvée	Belgian Strong Ales	Rich and malty with a strong finish
75	Vedett Extra Blond	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Crisp, refreshing blonde ale
76	Zundert 10	Trappist Ales	Rich quadrupel, fruity and malty
77	Lindemans Kriek	Lambic and Gueuze	Fruity and sweet cherry lambic
78	Val-Dieu Triple	Abbey Beers	Fruity and spicy, dry hoppy finish
79	Gulden Draak 9000	Belgian Strong Ales	Rich and malty, sweet finish
80	Troubadour Blonde	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Fruity and malty, light bitterness
81	Zundert 8	Trappist Ales	Floral, spicy with smooth finish
82	Mort Subite Kriek	Lambic and Gueuze	Fruity, tart, cherry notes
83	St. Bernardus Pater 6	Abbey Beers	Smooth, malty, dark fruit and caramel
84	Satan Gold	Belgian Strong Ales	Strong golden ale with fruity esters
85	Hoegaarden Grand Cru	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Spiced, light golden with refreshing finish
86	Achel Bruin	Trappist Ales	Dark, caramel, malt, light spices
87	Cantillon Rosé de Gambrinus	Lambic and Gueuze	Raspberry lambic, sour and fruity punch
88	St. Feuillien Triple	Abbey Beers	Fruity, spicy, dry finish
89	Hercule Stout	Belgian Strong Ales	Dark, malty, roasted coffee and chocolate
90	Huyghe Averbode	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Fruity, smooth, hint of spice
91	La Trappe Dubbel	Trappist Ales	Sweet, malty, rich caramel
92	Cantillon Fou' Foune	Lambic and Gueuze	Apricot lambic, sour and fruity
93	Leffe Radieuse	Abbey Beers	Complex, fruity, malty, light bitterness
94	Piraat Triple Hop	Belgian Strong Ales	Hoppy, strong, fruity esters
95	Corsendonk Agnus Tripel	Abbey Beers	Fruity aroma, dry finish
96	Viven Imperial IPA	Belgian Strong Ales	Hoppy, fruity, bitter finish
97	Engelszell Gregorius	Trappist Ales	Sweet, malty, honey and caramel flavors
98	Cantillon Vigneronne	Lambic and Gueuze	White grapes lambic, tart and complex
99	Leffe Triple	Abbey Beers	Golden, fruity, spicy aromas
100	Hercule Stout	Witbier and Blonde Ales	Dark, roasted coffee, chocolate flavors

Conclusion

Belgium is truly a beer lover's dreamland, offering unparalleled variety, history, and flavor. From the revered Trappist ales brewed by monks to the wild and sour lambics, each beer on this list is a testament to Belgium's brewing expertise. Dive into this top 100 list and discover the world of Belgian beers—every sip tells a story!