This is the largest Trappist beer producer. The three beers are named after the town a small distance from the Abbey. Chimay Blue is the strongest at 9%. This dark coloured beer has a rich, spicey flavour. These dark beers are spicey but this Chimay has spices added in its production.
Chimay Red is 7% by volume. Dark, slightly bitter with a pleasent sourness.
Chimay White is 8% by volume. A strong, slightly sweet, amber ale.
| Beer style: | Trappist Ale » |
| Bottle size: | 300cl |
| Percent alcohol: | 9.0% |
| Country of origin: | Belgium » |
| Bottle price: | £34.99 |
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In addition to Grande Reserve 2005, Chimay also brew Chimay, Chimay Bleue, Chimay Bleue et Blanc Gift Tube, Chimay Bleue Gift Tube, Chimay Rouge and Chimay Triple.
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