Hop, Clip, & Pump

Back in the day, when pubs were pubs, loud with laughter and louder with drinkers, there was always a certain kind of customer. The ones who would happily put away ten pints and then, almost as an afterthought, reach for something stronger. A Belgian Tripel perhaps. A measure of Jameson’s. And more often than not, a bottle of Duvel . Not a personal favourite for everyone, but undeniably iconic. Because behind that pale, deceptively strong golden ale lies one of the most respected names in brewing: Duvel Moortgat Brewery . Beyond Beer: The Art of the Glass While many breweries focus solely on what goes into the glass, Duvel Moortgat Brewery has long understood that presentation is part of the ritual. Their glassware is instantly recognisable: the classic tulip shape, wide enough to release aroma, narrow enough to concentrate it. But beyond function, Duvel has built something more, a tradition of collectible, artist-led design. This is where beer crosses into culture. Morrison ...

Belgium is one of the true heartlands of beer culture. Despite its relatively small size, the country boasts around 125 breweries producing an astonishing 500 different varieties of beer . Few places in the world can rival such diversity. Brewing in Belgium dates back to the Middle Ages , when beer was primarily produced in monasteries. What began as a monastic craft has since evolved into a national identity, one where tradition, experimentation, and regional character all play a part in every glass. A Legacy of Monastic Brewing In medieval Belgium, brewing was largely the domain of monks, who produced beer within monastery walls. These early brews were not only safer to drink than water at the time, but also provided sustenance. Over centuries, this monastic influence shaped Belgian brewing into something deeply rooted in ritual, craftsmanship, and quality. Even today, that legacy continues, most famously through Trappist beers, which still follow strict traditional methods. S...

Some beers announce themselves loudly. Others unfold more slow, layer by layer, sip by sip. Chimay Blanche Tripel , often known simply as 'Chimay White,' belongs firmly in the latter category: a beer of refinement, balance, and quiet confidence. Brewed by the monks of Scourmont Abbey under the Chimay Brewery name, this is one of the most recognisable examples of the Belgian Tripel style ,  a beer that manages to be both rich and remarkably drinkable. A Tradition of Trappist Brewing Trappist beers are not just defined by style, but by origin and philosophy. To carry the name, they must be brewed within the walls of a Trappist monastery, under the supervision of the monastic community, with profits supporting the abbey and its charitable works. At Scourmont Abbey , brewing is part of a wider rhythm of life, one that values patience, precision, and a respect for process. This ethos is evident in every glass of Chimay. In the Glass Chimay Blanche Tripel pours a rich golden...