History of the Chimay Trappist Beer

Complex, flavorful Belgian Trappist beer.

The Rise of Chimay Beer

Chimay beer became very popular in Belgium and beyond, with the monks developing different styles and flavors of beer over the years. In the 1980s, they began exporting their beer to the United States, where it quickly gained a loyal following.

Chimay's Trappist Status

In 1996, Chimay beer was granted the prestigious Trappist designation. This means that the beer is brewed by monks in a Trappist monastery, and that the profits from the sale of the beer are used to support the monastery and its charitable works.

Chimay's Unique Flavors

Chimay beer is known for its rich, complex flavor. It has a deep amber color and a thick, creamy head. The beer has notes of fruit and spice, with a slightly bitter finish.

The Modern Chimay Brewery

Today, Chimay brewery produces three types of beer: Chimay Rouge, Chimay Bleue, and Chimay Blanche. The brewery is still run by monks, and the beer is brewed using traditional methods. Chimay beer remains one of the most highly regarded and sought-after Belgian beers in the world

Chimay's Charitable Works

The profits from the sale of Chimay beer are used to support the monks and their charitable works, including supporting local schools and hospitals.

Chimay Beer Today

Chimay beer remains one of the most highly regarded and sought-after Belgian beers in the world, and is enjoyed by beer lovers everywhere.

The Expansion of Chimay Beer

As Chimay beer continued to grow in popularity, the monks developed new styles and flavors of beer. In the 1980s, they began exporting their beer to the United States, where it quickly gained a loyal following.