Good day! I am the venerable Prior 8, a Belgian Dubbel with a lineage that traces back further than the eye can see. With roots dating back to the time when my brewery brewed under license for the monks of Westvleteren, I bear witness to the long-standing heritage of St. Bernardus.
Crafted with meticulous care and the original Westvleteren yeast, I embody the essence of a classic abbey beer. As I gracefully cascade into your glass, a ruby elixir awaits, exuding tantalizing aromas of caramel, bread crust, pepper, and apple. With every sip, allow my perfectly balanced profile to unfold, revealing an intricate tapestry of earthy malt, sweet fruit, and bitter hop complexities. I invite you to savor each moment, as you delve into the rich depths of flavor that I proudly offer.
Raise your glass, dear friends, and let us pay homage to the remarkable brewing legacy that St. Bernardus represents.
• World Beer Awards - Bronze Medal 2020, Gold Medal 2019, Bronze Medal 2017
• Craft Beer & Brewing Magazine - 93 Points
• DRAFT Magazine - 92 Points
The history of St. Bernardus, a former Trappist brewery, can be traced back to the early 1900s, when the Trappists fled to Watou, Belgium and started making cheese as a source of income. In 1930, the abbey was taken over by Evariste Deconinck, who later reached a 30-year agreement with a neighbouring abbey - the Sint-Sixtus Westvleteren - to brew and market his Trappist beers under licence. It was only in 1992 that the brewery started producing its beers under the St. Bernardus label that we know today, which features the iconic smiling monk holding a glass. Throughout its history, the brewery has been producing authentic and high-quality Belgian beers that are highly-respected by beer lovers and have gone on to win multiple awards over the years!
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