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Au Bon Vieux Temps
A historic pub in Brussels known for its selection of rare beers, including the elusive Westvleteren, and a classic, cozy Belgian atmosphere.
- 48 Sint-Nikolaasgang
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If you are still trying to get your hands on an authentic Trappist beer, come here for the ideal medieval vibes and excellent monk-made booze. Established in 1695, Au Bon Vieux Temps is often considered the oldest bar in Brussels. With its stone walls, stained-glass iconography, and wooden benches, it’s the closest you’ll get to drinking in church without taking communion.
If you’re on a hunt for what is largely considered the actual best of Belgian beer, you can usually get it in the Westvleteren XII (10.2% ABV). Almost impossible to find outside of Belgium, your options for getting it, even inside the country, are limited to making an appointment months ahead to visit the monastery that makes it (and buying more than you need) or spending a little more than your average beer costs to sample its delicious flavor.
cherishbroker 5 years ago
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