Waterloo, the glory of 18 june
A farm beer, a glass of courage
Today, Waterloo beer is once again carefully brewed on Mont-Saint-Jean Farm, the site of the famous “English hospital” of the Battle of Waterloo. More than ever, this extremely high quality beer is symbolic of authenticity, craftsmanship and courage. The microbrewery is renowned for its expertise and its range of products, which is deliberately artisanal.The brewery boasts copper vats and has an annual capacity of 350,000 litres of beer. The beer is essentially made with ingredients from the Brabant region (30% wheat) and, soon, from the actual site of the battlefield. The hops alone are currently produced in Flanders (although they are growing at the farm once more). Renowned master brewers, including Willem Van Herreweghen and Edward Martin, preside over the future of this Waterloo brewery, which is truly the heart of a beautifully restored recreational and gastronomic historic space.The listed Mont-St-Jean site is a great family-friendly visitor attraction. Besides the microbrewery, this impressive Brabant farm includes an assortment of beers and local products, a unique museum dedicated to bravery (items on display include surgical instruments from the era), a tasting room above the escape tunnels, a splendid barn for holding events and a brasserie restaurant with an imposing terrace overlooking the battlefield.Waterloo: above all the victory of taste
Waterloo Récolte, a faithful replica of the 1815 Battlefield beer, is brewed using 30% wheat. This farm beer is a slightly cloudy, highly enjoyable and refreshing 6% blond.Waterloo Triple Blond, a triple fermentation beer: Its taste surprises with its hint of bitterness and soft mouth feel, despite its 8% alcohol content. This beer hides its robust and lively character under a slightly fruity flavour, pleasing fine head and full-bodied taste. It is also a great accompaniment to a main course, pairing particularly well with red meat for example.Waterloo Strong Dark, a double fermentation beer: This beer is fuller-bodied than its blond sibling and has rich, spicy aromas combined with a strong, slightly caramelised taste, thanks to the roasted malts. It has a pretty dark colour and a foamy, dense head. This robust beer is perfect for celebrating moments of victory. It goes almost without saying that it works wonderfully well with cheese (especially soft cheeses) but it is also marvellous with sushi.Waterloo Strong Kriek is the new Belgian craft beer created at Mont-Saint-Jean Farm. Our master brewer has developed the perfect recipe using a top fermentation beer and an authentic cherry lambic. A unique blend, a balanced fruity taste and a strong character. Our strongest Kriek ever! Tags waterloo