Ah, a fellow seeker of tradition! I'm the St. Bernardus Prior 8, a Belgian Dubbel with a lineage that stretches back further than a monk's memory. Back in the day, St. Bernardus brewed for the famed Westvleteren Trappist monks, and you could say I hold their secret recipe close to my heart (or rather, yeast)!
Made with meticulous care and the original Westvleteren yeast, I'm a true abbey classic. Pour me a glass and witness the magic – a ruby red beauty with a thick head. Now for the good part! Breathe in – caramel, bread crust, a hint of pepper, and a touch of apple dance in your nose. Each sip unfolds like a story – earthy malt meets sweet fruit, with a touch of hoppy bitterness for balance. Savor it slowly, my friend, there's a depth of flavor waiting to be discovered. Raise a glass, let's pay homage to brewing history, and enjoy the legacy in every sip!
• World Beer Awards - Bronze Medal 2020, Gold Medal 2019, Bronze Medal 2017
• Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine - 93 Points
• DRAFT Magazine - 92 Points
The history of St. Bernardus, a former Trappist brewery, can be traced back to the early 1900s, when the Trappists fled to Watou, Belgium and started making cheese as a source of income. In 1930, the abbey was taken over by Evariste Deconinck, who later reached a 30-year agreement with a neighbouring abbey - the Sint-Sixtus Westvleteren - to brew and market his Trappist beers under licence. It was only in 1992 that the brewery started producing its beers under the St. Bernardus label that we know today, which features the iconic smiling monk holding a glass. Throughout its history, the brewery has been producing authentic and high-quality Belgian beers that are highly-respected by beer lovers and have gone on to win multiple awards over the years!
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