Chimay Grande Réserve (Blue)

Chimay Blue 750ml

Chimay Grande Reserve 2021 Blue 9% 750ml

The BeerTo celebrate Christmas 1948, the monks of Chimay decided to produce a Spéciale Noël. But from the time their new brewing hall opened (in 1954) you could say every day has been Christmas. That's when the Chimay Bleue (Blue), that self-same Spéciale became part of the Trappist brewery's standard range. And it is indeed a special brew, the strongest of the three Chimay Trappist beers available on the market. It was in 1982 when we first saw this dark beauty restrained by a cork, rather than a cap – in a 75cl bottle carrying the Chimay ‘Grande Réserve’ label. A respectful format that many say is totally deserved. This beer belongs to the very select club of those that love to be aged – for five years or even longer. And if you manage to wait that long, your patience will be rewarded with profound aromas of aged port, thanks to a beautifully beneficial madeirisation process. The blue Chimay has the full power and complexity of a genuine Trappist beer, and as such just begs a prime spot at the dining table. It's not exactly a secret that beer and cheese make an excellent pairing; this dark Chimay provides the proof. The abbey's monks have even introduced a Chimay à la Bleue cheese, recently. Its curds are soaked in the beer, and then the cheese’s crust is thoroughly rinsed in Chimay Bleue. Still not convinced? Try sipping a glass of Chimay Bleue with a Roquefort cheese melted on toast. Alcohol9% ABV FermentationChimay Bleue is a high-fermentation beer that undergoes re-fermentation in the bottle. IngredientsThe Chimay Bleue contains first-class natural ingredients: water, barley malt, hops as well as Chimay’s own distinctive yeast. Colour & TransparencyThe Chimay Bleue has an intensely dark brown colour, with a clear, ruby-red glow, and is covered by a robust cream-coloured collar of froth. Serving Temperature10 - 12°C/ 50 - 54°F Serving GlassIn common with all the other Belgian Trappists, the Chimay Bleue is tasted best when it's in its own tulip-shaped glass. Chimay also provides a pottery mug which brings a measure of medieval charm. Character, Tastes & AromasHints of coffee, cacao and dried dark fruits make an initial seductive appearance, to be followed by rich aromas of stone fruits such as apricot and nectarines. In the mouth, mocha and coffee are dominant. The finish is heart-warmingly alcoholic, but the Bleue retains its fresh and fruity character even after that tender full-in-the-mouth feel has melted away. CulinaryDelicious with slightly smoked eel in a honeyed-soy sauce. Or try it with a crunchy sesame biscuit, grilled pork ribs or steak accompanied, by a rich Roquefort cheese sauce. A good combination is also had with venison or 'foie gras'. Keeping and StorageRest assured, this vintage 'millésimé' is one that can be laid down for five years or more. Its wonderful fresh taste will most definitely improve with time, though its exact character will vary with the size of the bottle, and the way it is stored.

Chimay Blue

Description 2. Size (volume in ml) 750ml 1. Alcohol Percentage 9.0%

Unfiltered Ale using all natural ingredients. Unique in richness, a strong Ale with great depth of character.

Chimay Grande Réserve 2020 is a remarkable Belgian Trappist ale, aged to perfection for an even richer and more complex experience. This special edition of Chimay Blue is matured in a carefully selected blend of barrels, including French oak, American oak, and cognac barriques, adding layers of depth and nuance. The result is deep, warming flavors of dark fruit, caramel, toffee, and subtle spice, with hints of oak, vanilla, and a touch of spirit influence. Full-bodied with a smooth, velvety mouthfeel, it finishes with a delicate balance of sweetness and warmth. A true collector’s brew, perfect for savoring now or aging further to enhance its depth and character. Beer Style: Belgian Strong Dark AleRegion: BelgiumABV: 10.5%Vol: 750ml

Chimay Grand Reserve is a dark Trappist beer boasting a potent aroma, complex flavor, and improved aging potential. It hails from Chimay, Belgium and was first crafted in 1862 as a Christmas brew. Boasting fresh, fragrant aromas of yeast and caramel malts, it is best consumed between 10-12°C. Truly exceptional, it lives up to its reputation.

The Chimay Blue Cap, baptized "Grande Reserve" in 750 ml bottles is a dark Trappist beer with a powerful aroma, the complex flavor of which improves across the years. It was first brewed as a Christmas beer by the monks of Scourmont Abbey in 1956. This authentic Belgian beer, whose tinge of fresh yeast is associated with a light rosy flowery touch, is particularly pleasant. Its aroma, perceived as one enjoys it, only accents the delightful sensations revealed by the odor, all revealing a light but agreeable caramelized note. It is ideally served at cellar temperature (10 to 12°C).

Chimay Blue is principally distinguished by its character of a strong beer. This is a beer whose fragrance of fresh yeast with a light, flowery rosy touch is especially pleasant. Its flavour, noticed when tasting it, only accentuates the pleasant sensations perceived in the aroma , while revealing a light but pleasant touch of roasted malt. This top fermented Trappist beer, refermented in the bottle, is not pasteurised.