About this release

The Straffe Hendrik Xmas Blend 2026 is an exceptional seasonal beer from Brouwerij De Halve Maan in Bruges. This powerful quadrupel with 11% ABV is composed of a carefully selected blend of barrel-aged and young quadrupel. For the 2026 edition, both new and reclaimed wooden barrels are used, which provides refined complexity with rich notes of dark fruit, vanilla, oak and subtle spices. Brouwerij De Halve Maan is a historic family brewery in the heart of Bruges with a brewing tradition dating back to 1856. The brewery is renowned for its famous city beers Brugse Zot and Straffe Hendrik, and this festive Xmas Blend once again underscores their expertise in creating complex, characterful beers. The combination of barrel aging and the carefully balanced blend of different quadrupels results in a beer with depth and finesse. This is an impressive and festive beer for the true beer enthusiast who is not afraid of a fuller, stronger beer. The 750ml bottle is perfect for special occasions and offers enough content to enjoy and potentially set aside for future moments.

About Brouwerij De Halve Maan

Brewery De Halve Maan is a historic family brewery in the heart of Bruges, Belgium, with a brewing tradition dating back to 1856. They are the brewers of the famous city beers 'Brugse Zot' and 'Straffe Hendrik'.

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