The concept of Val-Dieu barrel-aged beers is based on a bold and unexpected combination of two worlds that are as different as night and day. On the one hand, there is Val-Dieu Grand-Cru beer, brewed traditionally in the heart of the abbey. On the other, there is a touch of authenticity from the ageing process in real barrels that once contained treasures from all over the world. This authentic brewing expertise carries with it the traces of a heritage that transcends borders.

Thanks to this unusual ageing process, the intoxicating essence of the barrel’s original contents infuses Val-Dieu Grand-Cru with unparalleled depth and complexity. Subtle woody, vanilla, spicy and fruity notes emanate from the beer, depending on the origin of the barrel, to create a symphony of ever-changing aromas and flavours.