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Wallonia · Province of Hainaut

Chimay Dorée

Citrus, flowers and spices, with impressions of clove and coriander.

TrappistLight blond Trappist ale
ALCOHOL / VOL.
4.8 %
COLOUR
Golden blond

Brewed as a table beer since the brewery reopened in 1947, it was long reserved for the monks and their guests. It has been sold at Poteaupré since 2013 and in shops since 2015. Light sweetness, balanced bitterness and a lingering spicy finish.

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From first glance to the finish

Appearance
Intense gold with a thick cream-coloured head.
Aroma
Citrus, flowers and spices, with impressions of clove and coriander.
Palate
Light sweetness, balanced bitterness and a lingering spicy finish.

Craft and tradition

Brewing

Top-fermented at Scourmont Abbey. Bottling takes place at Baileux, with sugar and yeast added for bottle conditioning.

Brewed as a table beer since the brewery reopened in 1947, it was long reserved for the monks and their guests. It has been sold at Poteaupré since 2013 and in shops since 2015.