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What is Belgian-Style Ale?

An independent guide to the Belgian-Style Ale beer style, including typical flavor notes and representative beers.

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Representative Belgian-Style Ale beers

  1. AleSmith Brewing Horny Devil
    Horny Devil by AleSmith Brewing (San Diego, CA): A Belgian-Style Ale at 10% ABV from this renowned C
  2. Alewerks BBP
    Rich notes of dark fruit, warm spices, and subtle caramel sweetness define Alewerks BBP's robust Bel
  3. Allagash Brewing Four
    Four by Allagash Brewing (Portland, ME): A Belgian-Style Ale at 10% ABV from this well-regarded Main
  4. Allagash Brewing Grand Cru
    Grand Cru by Allagash Brewing (Portland, ME): A Belgian-Style Ale with a 7.20% ABV from this renowne
  5. Angel City Biere de Mars
    Caramelized malt sweetness intertwines with delicate spice and subtle dried fruit notes, finishing s
  6. Artesia Streaker
    Artesia Streaker offers zesty citrus peel and floral coriander notes, accented by a gentle spice fro
  7. Brasserie D'Achouffe Chouffe-Bok
    Chouffe-Bok by Brasserie D'Achouffe (Houffalize-Achouffe, Luxembourg): A Belgian-Style Ale at 6.60%
  8. Brasserie De L'Abbaye Des Rocs Belgian Burgundy Ale
    Belgian Burgundy Ale by Brasserie De L'Abbaye Des Rocs (Montignies-sur-Roc, Hainaut): A Belgian-Styl
  9. Brasserie La Caracole Troublette
    Troublette by Brasserie La Caracole (Falmignoul, Namur): A Belgian-Style Ale at 5.50% ABV from this
  10. Brasserie La Choulette Les Sans Culottes
    Les Sans Culottes by Brasserie La Choulette (Hordain): A Belgian-Style Ale at 7.00% ABV from this Fr
  11. Brouwerij Bosteels Deus Brut des Flandres
    Deus Brut des Flandres by Brouwerij Bosteels (Buggenhout, Oost-Vlaanderen): A Belgian-style Ale at 1
  12. Brouwerij Het Anker Grand Cru of the Emperor
    Grand Cru of the Emperor by Brouwerij Het Anker (Mechelen, Antwerpen): A Belgian-Style Ale at 8.00%
  13. Brouwerij Liefmans Goudenband 2002
    Goudenband 2002 by Brouwerij Liefmans (Oudenaarde, Oost-Vlaanderen): A Belgian-style ale at 8% ABV f
  14. Brouwerij Verhaeghe Vichtenaar
    Vichtenaar by Brouwerij Verhaeghe (Vichte, West-Vlaanderen): A Belgian-Style Ale at 5.10% ABV from t
  15. De Proef Brouwerij Andelot Cuvee Diabolique
    Andelot Cuvee Diabolique by De Proef Brouwerij (Lochristi-Hijfte, Oost-Vlaanderen): A Belgian-Style
  16. De Proef Brouwerij Andelot Mystique
    Andelot Mystique by De Proef Brouwerij (Lochristi-Hijfte, Oost-Vlaanderen): A Belgian-Style Ale with
  17. Driftwood Brewery Corsair’s Curse
    Corsair’s Curse likely showcases fruity esters and spicy phenols typical of Belgian-style ales, with
  18. Driftwood Brewery Shokunin
    Shokunin likely offers fruity esters and subtle spicy phenols typical of Belgian-style ales, with a
  19. Driftwood Brewery Son Of The Morning
    Son Of The Morning likely showcases the fruity esters and spicy phenols characteristic of a Belgian-
  20. Firestone Walker Brewing Company Paramburana
    Paramburana likely showcases fruity esters and spicy complexity typical of Belgian-style brews, with
  21. Fitger's Brewhouse, Brewery and Grill Farmhouse Reserve
    Farmhouse Reserve by Fitger's Brewhouse, Brewery and Grill (Duluth, MN): A Belgian-Style Ale at 6.30
  22. Folx-les-Caves Grottenbier
    Grottenbier by Folx-les-Caves (Jauche, Brabant Wallon): A Belgian-Style Ale at 6.50% ABV from this W
  23. Four Peaks Blind Date Ale
    Four Peaks Blind Date Ale offers rich caramel malt sweetness, dates' natural fruitiness, warm spice
  24. Grand Cru by Allagash Brewing
    Grand Cru by Allagash Brewing (Portland, ME): A Belgian-Style Ale with a 7.2% ABV crafted by this we
  25. Kiuchi Shuzou Goushi Kaisya Hitachino Nest Japanese Classic Ale
    Hitachino Nest Japanese Classic Ale showcases notes of caramel malt and light tropical fruit, balanc
  26. Magic Hat Odd Notion Winter 07
    Magic Hat Odd Notion Winter 07 offers notes of clove, nutmeg, and orange peel balanced by malty swee
  27. McKenzie Brew House Abbey 8
    Abbey 8 by McKenzie Brew House (Glen Mills, PA): A Belgian-Style Ale at 8% ABV from this Pennsylvani
  28. Midnight Sun Mercury Belgian Style Small Beer
    Midnight Sun Mercury is a light and fruity Belgian-style ale that showcases subtle notes of banana,
  29. Moonlight Brewing Company Lunatic
    Lunatic delivers a mix of fruity esters and spicy phenols for a complex, layered flavor profile. Bes
  30. Mudshark Trippin
    Mango, citrus zest, and light honey with tropical sweetness. Tropical fruit, sweet honey, habanero h
  31. Murder Hill Biere de Miel
    Murder Hill Biere de Miel showcases floral honey sweetness from local Ray's Bees in Thompson, CT, pe
  32. Navigation Belgian's
    Navigation Belgian balances fruity esters of banana and pear with subtle spice notes of clove and co
  33. NEFF Ignition Switch
    Toasted malt flavors mingle with clove, thyme, and a hint of orange honey, offering a smooth, spiced
  34. Rogue Ales Monk Madness Ale
    Rogue Ales Monk Madness Ale showcases warm caramel malt richness balanced by subtle notes of dark fr
  35. Rogue Monk Madness Ale
    Rogue Monk Madness Ale features rich malty sweetness balanced with bold notes of banana, clove, and
  36. RT Rogers Brewing Co. Cowardly Dragon
    Cowardly Dragon likely offers fruity esters alongside hints of spice and a complex malt character ty
  37. RT Rogers Brewing Co. Sugarplum
    Sugarplum likely showcases fruity esters and spicy phenols typical of Belgian ales, with a complex a
  38. Russian River Brewing Company Great Beer / Great Wine
    Great Beer / Great Wine likely features fruity esters and spicy phenols typical of Belgian-style ale
  39. Russian River RnD Series
    The RnD Series from Russian River Brewing Company is likely to feature complex fruity esters and spi
  40. Sand City Snow Drifter
    Rich fruit-forward notes of pear and banana lead the way, balanced by a gentle malty sweetness. A me
  41. Sante Adairius Rustic Ales Fallen Bough
    Fallen Bough showcases fruity esters alongside spicy phenols typical of Belgian-style ales, offering
  42. Stadsbrouwerij De Hemel Nieuw Ligt Grand Cru 2006
    Nieuw Ligt Grand Cru 2006 by Stadsbrouwerij De Hemel (Nijmegen): A Belgian-Style Ale at 12% ABV from
  43. Stone Brewing Co. Vertical Epic 05.05.05
    Vertical Epic 05.05.05 by Stone Brewing Co. (Escondido, CA): A Belgian-Style Ale at 8.5% ABV from th
  44. Strange Fellows Brewing Nocturnum
    Nocturnum likely offers rich fruity esters, spicy phenols, and a complex, slightly sweet malt profil
  45. Transmitter G4 Ale
    Transmitter G4 Ale showcases classic Belgian yeast-driven flavors of clove, banana, and light spice,
  46. Unibroue Seigneuriale
    A complex ale with fruity and spicy notes balanced by a warming malty character.
  47. Weyerbacher Blasphemy
    A bold and complex Belgian-style ale with rich, boozy warmth and subtle fruity notes.
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