Grande Réserve

BRANDY EDITION

This year, the Grande Reserve fermented in Brandy barrels will surprise you with a rich combination of flavours. From the first sip, the aromas of ripe dried fruit, such as sultanas and dates, come to the fore, mixed with a subtle hint of caramel. The velvety texture of caramel and dried fruit blends with toasted hazelnut on the palate. The inclusion of tannins adds a pleasant structure, while the bitterness perfectly offsets the alcohol. The result lingers, encouraging you to prolong the tasting experience.

Brandy barrels 26 %
French oak 24 %
American oak 50 %

CALVADOS EDITION

This edition of the Grande Réserve fermented in barrels has a particularly fruity aroma. The pleasant fragrances of dried apricot, sweet apple and ripe pear, characteristic of Calvados, complement each other perfectly. The delicious flavours of chocolate and soft mocha merge into a perfectly balanced taste of roasted hazelnut and spicy biscuit, all of which are topped with a dash of vanilla and a light floral embrace. The bitterness is present just enough to contrast nicely with the dark caramel, and the ensemble flows into a delightfully long-lasting and warming aftertaste.

Calvados barrels 25 %
French oak 30 %
American oak 45 %

WHISKY EDITION

On the nose, we can clearly distinguish floral and fruity scents: violet and elderflower rub shoulders with aromas of banana and pear brandy. On the palate, this bouquet is completed by notes of coconut and vanilla coming from the oak, punctuated by subtle undertones of caramel and chocolate. The whole gives a pleasantly surprising roundness. The initial sweetness of the beer is counterbalanced by the generously present alcohol. Then, the sweet character of the beer blossoms, with a lingering finish.

RUM EDITION 

Rum is a perfect match for the deliciously complex Chimay Grande Réserve, adding an amazing tropical twist to the mix. Aromas of dried fruit, apricot and peach combine beautifully with this beer’s intense caramel, chocolatey flavour. Bold oak, vanilla, orange and brown candy sugar, the typical accents delivered by rum casks, are layered with subtle notes of hazelnut and almond. The aftertaste has ripe banana and a surprising aromatic burst of spice bread. A superb assemblage, with the distinct and elegant aroma of rum as a backbone.

27% french oak
49% american oak
24% rum

ARMAGNAC EDITION 

The beer boasts a deep dark brown colour. On the nose, a soothing waft of vanilla on a rich foundation of sweet caramel and dark chocolate, associated with a discrete touch of Armagnac.
On the palate, we discover a perfect balance gives room to the fruity aromas. In the aftertaste, we value tannin from the wood and the sweeter malt flavours.

28% of Armagnac
24% of french oak
48% of american oak

OAK EDITION

Soft vanilla notes hit the nose first and unleash a wave of fruity and spicy aromas that blow the taster away. A sublime hint of orange gives the beer a pleasant citrus accent as the perfect match for the sweet caramel. There is also room for a floral undertone with camomile, crowned by a subtle touch of pomegranate and a dash of almond liqueur. A brilliant combination of delicious apricot and candied fruit with creamy mocha epitomises the full-bodied complexity of the beer. The aftertaste also packs a delicious punch, with an astounding spicy kick and a refreshing taste of green apple.

40% french oak
60% american oak

WHISKY EDITION

To the eye, an intense brown beer, with bright glints and creamy foam.
On the nose, woody notes and delicate hints of pears as well as plums.
On the palate, the barrel-ageing provides bread crust, roasting and smoky aromas, enhanced by a touch of honey and vanilla.

34% french oak
41% american oak
25% Whisky

RUM EDITION

On the eye, the beer boasts a deep brown robe with a bright glint. Its extremely fine and smooth foam also possesses a slight shade of cream.
On the nose, notes of vanilla, marzipan and wood are equally predominant. On the palate, the woodiness cloaks the bread crust, roasting, rum aromas and empyreumatical notes
This edition boasts an excellent blend of the characters of Chimay Blue and Rum.
A balance between roundness and power that will be appreciated at best between 6 months and 1 year after its bottling.

36% french oak
42% american oak
22% rum

COGNAC EDITION 

On the eye, the beer boasts a deep brown robe with a bright glint. Its extremely fine and smooth foam also possesses a slight shade of cream. On the nose, notes of black tea, jasmine and wood are equally predominant. On the palate, the woodiness cloaks the bread crust, roasting, mocha and Cognac aromas as well as the empyreumatical notes. This edition boasts an excellent blend of the characters of Chimay Blue and Cognac.

For this second batch, a mixture of barrels has been used.

38% of French oak
22% of American oak
22% of cognac barrels
18% of chestnut

100% OAK AGED

This vintage beer has a woody aroma with a few mild notes of vanilla. It also reveals ester aromas (banana, pear, apricot).

To the palate, it is a rounded, creamy beer. Amongst its sweet and roasted accents, it shows perfect balance, despite a higher alcohol content than its predecessor. Its refined sparkling properties add the finishing touch to the unique character of an exceptional product.

64% of the oak-barrels are sourced from France and 36% from America. This batch n°1 is 10% alc. vol.