Chimay Blue Grande Réserve, 75 cl
Origin / Brewery
Abbey of Notre-Dame de Scourmont, Chimay, Belgium. Authentic Trappist beer, officially recognized with the Trappist label.
Description
Pouring a Chimay Blue offers a magnificent spectacle in the glass, with a warm and picturesque dark brown colour and a compact head of light brown foam.
The beer is a refined expression of the combination of fruity aromas and chocolate.
The initial taste is mildly sweet, with creamy caramel evolving into soft mocha, followed by lively spiciness and delicious candied fruit.
The flavour unfolds into a long finish with a warming sensation and notes of pure chocolate.
Hop Variety
Not specified – brewed with barley malt, hops, yeast and water.
Alcohol Content
9%
Serving Suggestions
Best served at 10–12°C in a Chimay glass. Chimay Blue has exceptional ageing potential and is also referred to as “Grande Réserve” in the 75cl bottle.
Characteristics:
- Colour: Dark brown (18° Plato)
- Appearance: Clear
- Foam: Creamy, light brown
- Flavour profile: Fruity, chocolate, caramel, spicy, mildly sweet with a bitter touch
Food pairing: Pairs perfectly with all Chimay cheeses and Chimay à la Bière dishes.
Chimay Rouge Première, 75 cl
Origin / Brewery
Abbey of Notre-Dame de Scourmont, Chimay, Belgium. Authentic Trappist beer, officially recognized with the Trappist label.
Description
Chimay Red displays a beautiful brown colour with shades ranging from warm copper to deep ruby.
It offers a subtle interplay of fruity flavours with notes of caramel and toffee.
Ripe fruits such as orange, peach, and apricot are elegantly combined with soft malty flavours reminiscent of nougat and biscuit.
A refreshing minerality and a light bitterness complete the palate.
The long finish reveals a complex harmony of aromas that invites another sip.
Hop Variety
Not specified – brewed with barley malt, hops, yeast and water.
Alcohol Content
7%
Serving Suggestions
Best served at 10–12°C in a Chimay glass. Chimay Red is the oldest Trappist beer from Chimay and is known as “Première” in the 75cl bottle.
Characteristics:
- Colour: Reddish brown (15.5° Plato)
- Appearance: Clear
- Foam: Creamy
- Flavour profile: Fruity (orange, peach, apricot), caramel, toffee, malty (nougat, biscuit), mineral freshness, light bitterness
Food pairing: Harmonises beautifully with all Chimay cheeses, especially Grand Chimay.
Chimay Blanc Triple Cinq Cents, 75 cl
Origin / Brewery
Abbey of Notre-Dame de Scourmont, Chimay, Belgium. Authentic Trappist beer, officially recognized with the Trappist label.
Description
Chimay Tripel has an attractive golden hue, majestically crowned with a dense white head.
Its aroma immediately reveals the complexity of this beer: pronounced fruitiness complemented by floral impressions and elegant spiciness from the characteristic yeast.
Subtle roasted notes and a hint of vanilla provide contrast to the gentle sweetness of the malt.
The flavour is velvety smooth, perfectly balanced with sufficient hop bitterness.
Orange zest and red apple add refinement to the finish.
Hop Variety
Not specified – brewed with barley malt, hops, yeast and water.
Alcohol Content
8%
Serving Suggestions
Best served at 6–8°C in a Chimay glass. Known as “Cinq Cents” in the 75cl bottle.
Characteristics:
- Colour: Blond (16.9° Plato)
- Appearance: Clear
- Foam: Creamy, white
- Flavour profile: Fruity, floral, spicy, lightly roasted, hint of vanilla, citrus and red apple
Food pairing: Pairs perfectly with Chimay cheeses and refined dishes.
