What is the strongest Chimay beer?
Chimay Blue (aka Grande Reserve): Originally brewed in 1948 as a Christmas Ale and eventually released as Grande Reserve in 1982, this is the strongest beer they make at 9% abv.
How long is Chimay good for?
All in all, Chimay Blue seems to be at its peak after 3 or 4 years cellaring. The harsher flavors have eased away somewhat and the aroma is at its peak. After those three years the beer deteriorates very slowly, but keeps its quality for a very long time.
Do you drink Chimay cold?
Unfiltered and unpasteurized, this Belgian strong ale is an exceptional ale with 10.5% alcohol by volume. Chimay Grande Réserve Barrel Aged is available in the 75 cl (25.4 fl. oz.) bottle format only and is ideally served at cellar temperature (50 to 54°F).
What kind of beer is Chimay Cinq Cents?
Trappist Belgian Tripel Ale
This crisp Trappist Belgian Tripel Ale (ABV 8%) is a hazy light orange; its fine head complements an aroma of fresh hops and yeast. Its flavor combines a touch of hoppy bitterness with notes of cloves and raisins.
What does Chimay beer taste like?
This copper-brown beer has a light creamy head and a slightly bitter taste. Considered to be the “classic” Chimay ale, it exhibits a considerable depth of fruity, peppery character.
How much alcohol is in Chimay beer?
Belgium- Belgian Strong Dark Ale- 10.5% ABV.
How long can you age Orval?
One of the great Trappist beers, Orval is for those who prize complexity. The flavours are spice, leather and an earthiness derived from its unique strain of yeast. The perfect age for an Orval is a hot debate among beer aficionados, but we say try it at seven years.
Should Chimay be refrigerated?
Also, keeping it cold keeps the CO2 in solution longer. If you let the beer warm a bit, which you should, do it in the glass, put the bottle back in the fridge.
What style is Chimay White?
Belgian Tripel style
The newest beer from Chimay, being introduced in 1966 by Father Theodore. The Belgian Tripel style is complex, sometimes mild spicy flavor characterizes this style.