According to recently released figures, beer consumption in Belgium fell by 2.1% in 2024, following a more dramatic 6% drop in 2023 — a trend attributed to growing economic pressures, soaring costs, and broader geopolitical instability
Bjorn Sorel, from the village of Overmere, claimed the top prize on Tuesday at the historic abbey, marking a remarkable achievement just three years after he began brewing. Sorel’s creation—a “fresh-fruity” blond ale—was declared the Grimbergen Cuvée 2025 following a final tasting event held inside the abbey church
Trump’s announcement last week sent shockwaves through the European drinks industry. The tariffs, meant to counter the EU’s levies on U.S. whiskey, could cripple exports of Belgian beer, which is highly sought after by American consumers
Visitors can explore beer cellars and brewing equipment dating back to 1900, offering an immersive journey into the history of Brussels’ beer industry. The highlight of the visit is a tasting session, where guests can sample the brewery’s distinctively sour lambics
Dorset, England: The End of the Road Festival is all set to take place from 31st August – 3rd September at Larmer Tree Gardens, near Blandford, in Dorset.
