Buy Trappist Beer Recommendations | History, Style & Tips

What are Trappist Beers?

Trappist beers are among the most sought-after beers in the world. The official label Authentic Trappist Product (ATP) requires strict criteria: brewing within the monastery walls, under the supervision of the monks, profit for the monastery.

There are only 14 recognized Trappist breweries worldwide.

The Main Trappist Styles

Dubbel

Dark, malt-focused beer, 6–8% alcohol. Classic: Westmalle Dubbel.

Tripel

Light, fruity, 8–10% alcohol, dry finish. Classic: Westmalle Tripel.

Quadrupel

Strongest Trappist beer, dark, sweet, notes of plum & chocolate, 10–12% alcohol. The King: Westvleteren XII.

The 6 Belgian Trappist Breweries

1. Westvleteren

The most famous Trappist brewery in the world. Available at TheCrafts.ch.

2. Westmalle

Inventor of the modern Dubbel and Tripel.

3. Chimay

Largest Trappist brewery in Belgium. Chimay Bleu is a classic.

4. Rochefort

Rochefort 10: dark, complex, world-class Quadrupel.

5. Orval

Conditioned with Brettanomyces wild yeast – fresh and aged are two completely different beers.

6. Achel

Smallest Belgian Trappist brewery, rare and coveted.

How to Properly Enjoy Trappist Beers

• Dubbel & Quadrupel: 10–14°C, Goblet
• Tripel: 8–10°C, Tulip Glass
• Orval: 12–14°C, Orval Glass

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