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Belgian Beers
Beer has been made in Belgium since at least the Middle Ages. It is believed today that beer was brewed at some monasteries during this period; however, no written proof exists. Beer in Belgium varies from the popular pale lager to lambic beer and Flemish red. Belgian beer-brewing's origins go back to the Middle Ages. There are approximately 125 breweries in the country,ranging from international giants to microbreweries. In Europe, only Germany, France and the United Kingdom are home to more breweries.Belgian breweries produce about 800 standard beers.
> Check out our selection of Belgian Beers in Ottawa:
ABBEY DES ROCS BRUNE $12.95
(MONTIGNIES-SUR-ROCS) 9% Alc - 330ml bottle
Abbaye des Rocs (9% alcohol vol.) is a pure malt beer, with no added sugar. Its colour is a striking deep and majestic red. Its taste is rich and full of subtlety. It is tasted like a red wine with which it shares the ruby colour without having the tannin. It is a deep, mystic and extremely mature beer to be classed among the greats.
ACHEL BLOND (TRAPPIST) $15.95
(HAMONT-ACHEL) 8% Alc - 330ml bottle
Golden hazy appearance, pours a lively foamy crown. Beautiful balance of hop, to sweet, to spice ratio. Enjoy with our chicken nachos.
AFFLIGEM BLOND $9.95
(OPWIJK) 6.8% Alc. - - 330ml bottle
Pale gold colour with an interesting assortment of dried fruits, malt and spices on the nose. Full bodied flavours make this beer one to savour.
AFFLIGEM DUBBEL $9.95
(OPWIJK) 8% Alc. - 330ml bottle
A reddish-brown abbey ale brewed with dark malts. The secondary fermentation gives a fruity aroma and a unique spicy character with a distinctive aftertaste.
AUGUSTIJN BLOND $9.95
(ERTVELDE) 8% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Augustijn is an honest beer that is equally appreciated at receptions because of its mild but rich flavour but is also considered the perfect beer to drink while relaxing. An excellent accompaniment to any meal and mussels.
BORNEM DUBBEL $9.95
(ERTVELDE ) 7% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Very dark, coffee colour - full rich body - staying head - effervescent nose - soft velvet feeling in the mouth - luscious. Malt character with a hoppy aftertouch. Monks used to fast on this type of beer for 40 days! No food, only beer!!!
BORNEM TRIPLE $9.95
(ERTVELDE ) 9% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Golden shining and soft feeling in the mouth - perfectly balanced taste - full body and heart warming, a splendid aroma, tickling in the nose - hoppy dry long finish
BRUEGEL BELGIAN ALE $9.95
(ERTVELDE) 5.2% Alc.- 330ml bottle
Hazy amber colour introduces lively carbonation. Flavours of apple caramel and banana are noticed. Refreshes simply and honest.
BUSH AMBREE $14.95
(PAPIAX) 13% Alc. - 250ml bottle
It was created in 1933 by Alfred Dubuisson, grand-father of the present family brewer, Hugues. Its former name was "Bush Beer 24°" (the density in Ballings) , but today it is known as Bush Amber. Its amber colour is due to the use of caramel malt in the production process. Its bitter sweet taste provides it with firmness and personality. What's more, it helps digestion.
CHIMAY BLUE (TRAPPIST) $16.95
(BAILEUX) 9% Alc - 330ml bottle
This top fermented Trappist beer is fermented in the bottle and not pasteurized. A chestnut colour awaits with a bouquet of yeast, malt and dark fruits. Warming allows for a more full expression of the flavours. Savour the moment and become one with your brew.
CHIMAY RED ALE (TRAPPIST) $19.95
(BAILEUX) 7% Alc. - 750mlbottle
Hazy, reddish. Hints of black currants and a slight fresh bread yeastiness. Balanced with beautifully integrated flavours, classic. Served in its own glass, it can’t get any better than this.
CHIMAY WHITE (TRAPPIST) $10.95
(BAILEUX) 8% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Cloudy golden amber colour, dry rich creamy mouthfeel with soft acidity, flavours of spice and dried fruit. Enjoy with Pork Tenderloin
CHAPEAU EXOTIC LAMBIC $7.50
(TERNAT-WAMBEEK) 3.5% Alc. - 250ml bottle
A spontaneously fermented Belgian Lambic sweetened with real pineapple which is added and then aged a further 12 months in cask and ale. Deliciously tart, tangy and very exotic.
DEUS BRUT $89.95
(BREENDONK-PUURS) 11.1% Alc. - 750ml bottle
CUVEE PRESTIGE 2006
First brewed at Bosteels, transfered to the Champagne region of France were it is treated much like a champagne with the bottles inverted and the yeast expunged and bottle recorked. The Champagne of Belgium.
DUVEL $10.95
(BREENDONK-PUURS) 8.1% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Spectacular lacy white head, fresh floral hop aromas follow on the palate. Hint of candied sweetness gives way to a pleasant hop kick on the finish.
FRULI STRAWBERRY BEER $8.95
(MELLE) 4.1% Alc. - 250ml bottle
Very pronounced bouquet of strawberry’s that follow through in its flavour. A slight sourness balances the fruit and makes for a unique experience.
GOUDEN CAROLUS AMBRIO $10.95
(MECHELEN) 8% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Clear, amber-gold colour; cereal nose with aromatic hop and soft spice character; creamy, medium body; nice balanced flavour of sweet malt and bitter hops.
GOUDEN CAROLUS CLASSIC $10.95
(MECHELEN) 9% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Dark brown appearance leads to flavours of plum, chocolate, toffee and figs. Brilliant balance of sweetness and spice. Perfect partner with our Stuffed Chicken breast.
GOUDEN CAROLUS HOPSINJOOR $11.95
(MECHELEN) 8% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Gold-yellow colour. Hoppy aroma. 4 types of hops are used: Golding, Spalt, Hallertau and Saaz. These hops were fractioned at several times in the cooking process in order to keep a maximum of aroma.
GOUDEN CAROLUS TRIPEL $11.95
(MECHELEN) 9% Alc. - 330ml bottle
In spite of modern brewing technology, this beer is brewed according to ancient traditions. It unites, now as in the past, the best products of our soil: rich barley and fine hops.. It's refined character, with a pure and rich taste, will captivate you.
GOUDEN CAROLUS CUVEE VAN DE KEIZER $24.95
(MECHELEN) 11% Alc. - 750ml bottle
Every year on the 24th of February, the birthday of "Charles the Fifth", the Brewery brews the Gouden Carolus "Cuvee of the Emperor" in a limited quantity and with an eye on the highest quality and tradition. This unique brewing, with only extra fine Belgian hops and with a higher alcohol level, guarantees a better evolution in the time, than the already known Gouden Carolus. This beer is 100 % natural, with no preservatives, no adjuncts and no chemicals. This beer scores a perfect 100 on www.ratebeers.com. Perfect for sharing!!!
GOUDEN CAROLUS CHRISTMAS $13.95
(MECHELEN) 10.5% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Great beer. Definitely reminiscent of raisins and figs, but also carries heavy molasses and port wine flavors. Thick body, heavy alcohol leads to a slow, savory experience.
KELLER $7.95
( BOCHOLT) 5% Alc. - 500ml can
A pilsner brewed by Suomenlinnan Panimo. Great refreshing beer with creamy pastas, fried calamari, gouda and havarti cheeses.
KONINGSHOEVEN TRIPEL (TRAPPIST) $24.95
(TILBURG, NETHERLANDS) 8 % Alc. - .750ml bottle
A dark Trappist ale with a fruity, bittersweet taste. Very rare beer perfect for sharing between two or more people.
KONINGSHOEVEN QUADRUPEL (TRAPPIST) $27.95
(TILBURG, NETHERLANDS) 10% Alc. - 750ml bottle
La Trappe is one of only seven Trappist breweries in the world that is allowed to carry the logo ‘Authentic Trappist Product’. Made in the Netherlands, the other six - Orval, Rochefort, Chimay, Westmalle, Achel and Westvleteren - are brewed in Belgium.
LEFFE BLONDE $8.95
(LEUWEN) 6.6% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Bright golden hue, rich and chewy on the palate showing good malt intensity and sweetness that is balanced with a distinctive lingering dry hop finish.
LINDEMANS APPLE LAMBIC $12.95
(VLEZENBEEK) 3.5% Alc. - 250ml bottle
In bottle; aroma of granny smith apples. Texture is smooth, lively and fizzy, leaving behind a nice sour apple finish.
LINDEMANS CASSIS LAMBIC $13.95
(VLEZENBEEK) 3.5% Alc. - 250ml bottle
Lindemans Cassis is a lambic made from local barley, unmalted wheat, and wild yeast. After spontaneous fermentation the lambic is aged in oak. Black currants are added creating a secondary fermentation and yielding an ale of exceptional flavour and complexity.
LINDEMANS PECHERESSE (PEACH) LAMBIC $13.95
(VLEZENBEEK) 2.5% Alc. - 250ml bottle
A golden peach lambic with a sparkling appearance and fruity taste. For those customers who prefer their dessert from the “bottle”.
MAREDSOUS 6 BLONDE $13.95
(BREENDONK-PUURS) 6% Alc. 330ml bottle
Fabulous golden colour invites you to find pineapple and coriander in the nose. Gentle apple flavour is revealed in a neat way. Long finish makes it easy to savour with our fresh grilled salmon fillet.
MARGRIET $8.50
(MECHELEN) 6.5% Alc. - 330ml bottle
This beer which used to be called Anker Blonde is brewed artisnally with the best natural ingredients by the established Anker Brewery since 1369. This top fermented lager is very refreshing thanks to its balance between pale malt and refined hops.
MORT SUBITE FRAMBOISE LAMBIC $16.95
(ASSE-KOBBEGEM) 4.5% Alc. - 375ml bottle
The smell of tart raspberries waft from the tall tulip glass. Light sour flavours first, followed by semi sweet raspberry’s and a touch of wood. Great brew with our deep fried camembert wheel.
MORT SUBITE KREIK LAMBIC $14.95
(ASSE-KOBBEGEM) 4.5% Alc. - 375ml bottle
The Kriek Mort Subite is brewed according to the ancestral lambic recipe. This original Belgian beer ferments spontaneously. Enriched with cherries, it matures soft and slowly in oaken casks
ORVAL (TRAPPIST) $14.95
(FLORENVILLERS-d -ORVAL) 6.2% Alc.330ml bottle
Trappist honey coloured brew. Aromas of banana, caramel and flowers. Citrus flavours are expressed and complimented with solid hops for that lovely drying effect.
PALM AMBER $7.95
(STEENHUFFEL) 5.4% Alc.330ml bottle
The traditional king of amber beers, brewed since 1747. Palm is a fruity, full amber beer with a fine bitter sweet taste and a moderate 5.4 % alcohol volume.
PETRUS BLOND $11.95
(HARELBEKE) 6.5% Alc.330ml bottle
Petrus Blond Ale is a top-fermented beer. Brewed with pure spring water and carefully selected malts and hops. This blond beer is soft and full of flavour.
PETRUS OLD BRUIN $11.95
(HARELBEKE) 5.5% Alc.330ml bottle
Dark brown colour with red highlights leads to a bouquet of red berries which follows through with a soft tart finish. Excellent with our Cajun mussels.
ROCHEFORT 10 (TRAPPISTS) $19.95
(BELGIUM TRAPPIST) 11.3% Alc. 330ml bottle
Dark mahogany colour offers aromas of figs, plums, dates and honey. Fine carbonnation refreshes the palate and rewards it with an interesting contrast in flavours. Guaranteed to satisfy and intrigue throughout the bottle. Share with a friend.
ROCHEFORT 8 (TRAPPISTS) $18.95
(BELGIUM TRAPPIST) 9.2% Alc. 330ml bottle
Pours reddish brown with a really nice rocky head. Inviting flavours of dark fruits, caramel and chocolate. Soft carbonnation balances this richly flavoured brew. Share with a friend.
ROCHEFORT 6 (TRAPPISTS) $17.95
(BELGIUM TRAPPIST) 7.5% Alc. 330ml bottle
Aroma is honey, fruits and yeast with some hints of tobacco. Sweet in flavour with notes of peach and apricots. Some yeast is present here too. Thick, caramelly mouthfeel. Finishes off the palate with a warming alcohol feel and some raisin. Share with a friend.
RODENBACH GRAND CRU $16.95
(ROESELARE) 6% Alc. - 330ml bottle
A blend of 1/3 young beer and 2/3 of beer aged 2 years in large oak vats. The more important proportion of oak matured beer contributes to its fruity taste, complexity and intensity. The finish is worthy of a great wine. Share with a friend.
ST. BERNARDUS ABT 12 $17.95
(WATOU) 10.5% Alc.330ml bottle
Dark ivory coloured ale. Sweet malt flavour makes for an intriguing journey through dark fruit flavours mixed with a hint of chocolate and a flip of hop to keep it all in balance. Share with a friend.
ST. BERNARDUS TRIPEL $15.95
(WATOU ) 8% Alc.330ml bottle
Pale amber colour with a flowery, fruity taste that balances between sweet and sour. Citrus and spice flavours mingle together in a wonderful balancing act. Share with a friend.
ST. BERNARDUS WITT $15.95
(WATOU) 5.5% Alc. - 330ml bottle
This traditional witbier has been developed under supervision of the father of Hoegaarden and Celis White, master brewer Pierre Celis. This beer has been bottle-refermented, which lent it its specific taste.
ST. PAUL DOUBLE $11.95
(HOOGSTRATEN-MEER) 6.9% Alc.330ml bottle
Deep dark brown in colour, introduces balanced malts and bittering hops to keep things interesting. It seems St. Paul has been retired, so enjoy while our limited supplies lasts.
WESTMALLE DUBBEL (TRAPPIST) $14.95
(MALLE) 7% Alc.330ml bottle
Presented in its very own goblet accentuates the experience. Dark brown colour features a malty fruity nose and palate, perfect with our $12 french fries. Exceptional experience.
WESTMALLE TRIPEL (TRAPPIST) $15.95
(MALLE) 9.5% Alc.330ml bottle
Pours with a golden orange hue. A nose of citrus and pepper is detected. Alcohol is pronounced but not overwhelming. Lovely and contemplative, long finish is very rewarding. Enjoy with a lovely bowl of bruschetta mussels.
WESTVLETEREN 8 (TRAPPISTS) $45.95
(WESTVLETEREN) 8% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Westvleteren has the smallest output of the Trappist breweries, with only a small part of their production going very far into the world. This is considered by most experts as the best beer in the world. We at Vineyards have been trying for a better part of a decade to get this beer for you. This is EXTREMELY rare and a once in a lifetime experience. Quantities are limited!
WESTVLETEREN 12 (TRAPPISTS) $49.95
(WESTVLETEREN) 10.2% Alc. - 330ml bottle
Pours very dark reddish-brown with a thin off-white head and no lacing. Aroma is creamy with notes of alcohol, over-ripe fruit, caramel, and red grapes. Taste is strong with alcohol, yeast, caramel, and raisin. Finish is dry, moderately bitter, and boozy. An extremely complex and dynamic beer. This is the beer you try once and never forget it.
WITTEKERKE ROSE $8.95
(BAVIK-BAVIKHOVE) 4.3% Alc. - 250ml bottle
Slightly cloudy, deep salmon pink colour, full mousse; fruit driven, aromas of raspberry; medium sweet, crisp, raspberry jam flavours.
WITTEKERKE WHEAT $9.95
(BAVIK-BAVIKHOVE) 5% Alc. - 250ml bottle
Nose is lemony, grassy, and some pepper. Kind of like a a creamy lemonade with some astringency. Head is nice, dense, small bubbles. Finishes clean and fizzy.
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