Best Belgian beers for aged cheese
77 beers in our guide pair beautifully with aged cheese (gouda, trappist, bruges). Expect saison, tripel, belgian strong pale ale and more, each chosen for how it meets the dish.
Saison Dupont
Brasserie Dupont · 6.5%The ultimate food beer: its high carbonation scrubs the palate clean of roast chicken fat or rich creamy cheeses.
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Westmalle Tripel
Abdij der Trappisten van Westmalle · 9.5%Excellent with white asparagus or aged Gouda cheese; the beer's bitterness provides a perfect counterpoint to the rich cheese.
Read the dossierDelirium Tremens
Brouwerij Huyghe · 8.5%Strong enough to handle rich pork dishes or pungent washed-rind cheeses without getting lost.
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Brouwerij De Garre (by Van Steenberge) · 11%Best served with the traditional house cheese cubes of Bruges to balance the intense alcohol warmth.
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Brouwerij De Garre (by Van Steenberge) · 11%Complements rich meat dishes like Carbonnade Flamande, or strong, aged cheeses. Also a perfect digestif.
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Omer Vander Ghinste · 8%Excellent with hard, salty cheeses or simple grilled chicken, allowing the beer's fine bitterness to shine.
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Brouwerij Van Steenberge · 10.5%Pairs with very spicy dishes like Vindaloo or aged parmesan; the alcohol heat and strong malt stand up to intense flavors.
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Westmalle Extra
Abdij der Trappisten van Westmalle · 4.8%A great lunch beer with club sandwiches or light gouda cheese.
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Westvleteren 8
Sint-Sixtusabdij Westvleteren · 8%Pairs perfectly with grilled lamb chops or aged hard cheeses, where the malt backbone supports the savory flavors.
Read the dossierRochefort 10
Abbaye Notre-Dame de Saint-Rémy · 11.3%Sublime with intense blue cheese (Roquefort) or rich chocolate fondant; the beer's power cuts through the intensity.
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Brouwerij St. Bernardus · 6.7%Pairs with roast pork, mushroom dishes, and semi-aged cheeses like Gouda.
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Brouwerij St. Bernardus · 8%Pairs with braised beef, game, and blue cheeses.
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De Koningshoeven · 7%Pairs with roasted meats, stews, and aged cheeses.
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Abbaye Notre-Dame de Saint-Rémy · 7.5%Pairs with soft, washed-rind cheeses like Taleggio, as the beer's lighter body doesn't overwhelm them.
Read the dossierGulden Draak
Brouwerij Van Steenberge · 10.5%Best with a rich meat stew or very strong cheddar, as the beer's sweetness balances salty/savory intensity.
Read the dossierGouden Carolus Cuvée Van De Keizer Imperial Dark
Brouwerij Het Anker · 11%Best savored slowly on its own, or paired with rich chocolate desserts, strong blue cheeses, or roasted game meats.
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De Halve Maan · 11%Pairs with dark chocolate truffles or strong blue cheese, standing up to the boldest flavors.
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Brouwerij Bosteels · 8.4%Pairs well with hard cheeses like Comté or hearty meat pot pies due to its malty sweetness.
Read the dossierLeffe Brune
Abbaye de Leffe · 6.5%Sweet and sour dishes or cheese toast pair well, as the caramel sweetness bridges savory and sweet flavors.
Read the dossierBush Caractère (Scaldis)
Dubuisson · 12%Sip with Roquefort cheese or rich paté; the intense alcohol and body require equally intense food partners.
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Brasserie Dubuisson · 12%A perfect digestif beer, or pair with foie gras to cut through the fat with alcohol warmth.
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Dubuisson · 13%A cellar sipper; pairs beautifully with foie gras, blue cheese, or a fruit tart.
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De Achelse Kluis · 8%Pairs with classic roast beef or brown bread with abbey cheese, highlighting the bread crust malt notes.
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Liefmans · 8%Serve with soft blue cheese or rabbit stew; the sweet-sour profile complements both funk and savory meat.
Read the dossierDelirium Red
Brouwerij Huyghe · 8%A dessert in itself, or pairs with cheesecake to add a sweet cherry topping profile.
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Van Honsebrouck · 8%Excellent with chocolate lava cake or blue cheese, balancing sweetness with strong flavors.
Read the dossierLeffe Blonde
InBev Belgium (AB InBev) · 6.6%Pairs easily with simple cheese cubes or roast chicken, offering a smooth, sweet complement.
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Cantillon Rosé de Gambrinus
Brasserie Cantillon · 5%A classic match for dark chocolate desserts or a cheese board with aged blue; the tart fruit cuts the fat beautifully.
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Brouwerij De Brabandere · 8.5%Pairs with rich game or a sharp aged cheddar; the acidity keeps heavy dishes lively.
Read the dossierKasteel Donker
Brouwerij Van Honsebrouck · 11%A natural digestif; superb with chocolate fondant or a wedge of strong blue cheese.
Read the dossierGulden Draak 9000 Quadruple
Brouwerij Van Steenberge · 10.5%Excellent with caramelised desserts or a plate of hard, nutty cheeses such as aged Gouda.
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St-Feuillien · 8.5%Pairs with roast poultry, white asparagus, or a creamy washed-rind cheese.
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Brasserie Dupont · 8.5%Excellent with roast pork or a washed-rind cheese, where the dry, peppery finish balances the richness.
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Brasserie d'Achouffe · 8%Pairs with beef stew (carbonnade), game, or a mature hard cheese that stands up to the malt sweetness.
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Duvel Moortgat · 8%A natural with beef stew (carbonnade), roasted meats, or an aged hard cheese that echoes the malt sweetness.
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Van Honsebrouck · 7%Lovely with grilled chicken, a soft washed-rind cheese, or a fresh summer salad.
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Van Honsebrouck · 11%Stands up to roast pork, rich poultry, or a creamy cheese; serve cool in a tulip or chalice.
Read the dossierGrimbergen Tripel
Grimbergen (Alken-Maes) · 9%Pairs with roast chicken, a washed-rind cheese, or herbed pork; the carbonation keeps richer dishes lively.
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Brouwerij De Dolle Brouwers · 9%Stands up to beef stew, game, or an aged hard cheese; the vinous tartness also flatters dark chocolate.
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Brasserie de Blaugies · 8%A versatile table saison: charcuterie, roast chicken, or a firm farmhouse cheese.
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Brasserie à Vapeur · 6%Its spice and acidity cut through grilled sausages, herbed pork, or a sharp aged cheese.
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Brasserie Artisanale de Rulles · 8.4%Lovely with roast poultry, white asparagus, or a creamy washed-rind cheese.
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Brasserie Caracole · 9.5%A winter beer: game, rich stews, blue cheese, or dark chocolate.
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Brasserie Lupulus · 6%Cuts through spicy dishes, burgers, or a sharp aged cheddar.
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Brasserie Caracole · 8%Pairs with roast chicken, herbed pork, or a creamy washed-rind cheese.
Read the dossierDe Dolle Stille Nacht
Brouwerij De Dolle Brouwers · 12%A sipping beer for cold nights: blue cheese, fruit cake, or simply on its own after dinner.
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De Struise Brouwers · 10%A beer for the cold months: game, braised beef, blue cheese, or dark chocolate.
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De Struise Brouwers · 8%Try with roast duck, a mature hard cheese, or rich charcuterie; the acidity cuts the fat.
Read the dossierZinnebir
Brasserie de la Senne · 5.8%A perfect cafe beer with charcuterie, fries, or a sharp aged cheese.
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Brasserie de la Senne · 8%Pairs with roast poultry, white asparagus, or a creamy washed-rind cheese.
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Brussels Beer Project · 6.6%Made for the grill: burgers, charred meat, or a sharp aged cheddar.
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Brouwerij Verhaeghe · 6.8%Pairs with cherry or almond desserts, roast duck, or a tangy blue cheese.
Read the dossierChimay White (Cinq Cents)
Abbaye de Scourmont · 8%Ideal with Chimay cheese (rind-washed) which shares the same terroir, or rich cream-sauce dishes.
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Lefebvre · 8%Perfect with duck à l'orange or goat cheese salads, playing off the honey and citrus notes.
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Brasserie Caulier · 10%Rich creamy cheeses like Délice de Bourgogne or poultry in cream sauce match its texture.
Read the dossierGouden Carolus Cuvée Van De Keizer Imperial Blond
Brouwerij Het Anker · 10%Best slowly on its own, or with roast poultry, white fish in a rich sauce, or a creamy washed-rind cheese.
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Abbaye de Scourmont · 7%Perfect with soft cheeses like Reblochon or grilled pork, highlighting the apricot fruitiness.
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Abbaye Notre-Dame d'Orval · 6.2%Sublime with aged Orval cheese or grilled fish; the dry, funky Brett character cuts through fat without heaviness.
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Brouwerij 3 Fonteinen · 6%Excellent with fresh oysters, pungent cheeses like an aged Gouda, or rich fatty foods to cut the grease.
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Alken-Maes · 6.7%Matches well with grilled fish or mild cheddar, offering a gentle sweetness without overpowering.
Read the dossierDe Dolle Dulle Teve
Brouwerij De Dolle Brouwers · 10%Its assertive hop character and dry finish make it a great match for rich, fatty foods like roasted pork, pan-seared scallops, or aged Gouda cheese.
Read the dossierCantillon Fou' Foune
Brasserie Cantillon · 5%Stunning with a soft, creamy goat cheese or a simple apricot tart; the acidity slices through richness while the fruit echoes the dessert.
Read the dossierFantôme Saison
Brasserie Fantôme · 8%Versatile at the table; try it with roast chicken, soft cheeses, or a herb-forward salad.
Read the dossierAchel Blond
Brouwerij der Sint-Benedictusabdij de Achelse Kluis · 8%Lovely with grilled white fish or a mild, creamy cheese that lets the spice shine.
Read the dossierAvec les Bons Vœux
Brasserie Dupont · 9.5%Pairs with roast poultry, washed-rind cheese, or rich seafood.
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Brasserie Artisanale de Rulles · 5.2%Made for warm afternoons: salads, grilled chicken, or a fresh goat cheese.
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Brouwerij De Dolle Brouwers · 8%Its hop bite suits grilled fish, roast poultry, or a semi-hard cheese.
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Brouwerij Verhaeghe · 6.8%Lovely with dark chocolate desserts, duck, or a creamy soft cheese.
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Brouwerij Verhaeghe · 5.1%A versatile sour: green salads, charcuterie, or a fresh soft cheese.
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Brouwerij van Hoegaarden · 4.9%Its citrusy coriander notes cut through the richness of steamed mussels (Moules Frites) and complement fresh goat cheese salads.
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Brouwerij St. Bernardus · 4.8%Pairs with light salads, soft cheeses, and white fish.
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Brasserie Cantillon · 5%Pairs elegantly with white fish dishes, scallops, or a cheese board featuring soft goat cheeses.
Read the dossierOude Geuze Tilquin
Gueuzerie Tilquin · 6.6%Pairs with goat cheese salad or mussels, cutting through the creaminess or salinity.
Read the dossierAffligem Blonde
Affligem Brewery · 6.8%Pairs with seafood or soft cheeses; its dry finish keeps the pairing light and refreshing.
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Brouwerij Mort Subite · 7%Excellent with creamy soft cheeses or a classic moules-frites, the acidity cutting through butter and cream.
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Brasserie Lupulus · 8.5%Pairs with grilled fish, roast poultry, or a fresh soft cheese.
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Brasserie de Blaugies · 6%A gentle table saison: green salads, grilled fish, or a fresh soft cheese.
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