Intro
Maredsous 6 is a delectable Blonde ale with sprightly fruitiness, soft malting, and a slightly dry, gently-hopped finish. A sparkling nose, complex flavors, and a touch of bitterness give this fine ale all of the refreshing qualities of a classic Belgian Blonde. A votre santé.
History
Maredsous is the authentic beer of the Benedictine monks of the abbey of Maredsous in Belgium.
The abbey is located in the Belgian Ardennes, south of the City Namur, in the Province of Namur, next to a picturesque village called Denée. The abbey of Maredsous was founded on 15 October 1872 by Beuron Abbey in Germany.
Both Maredsous and Beuron abbey are descendants of the Abbey of Saint Paul in Rome the sixth or seventh century; but the church dates back to the fourth century.
At the abbey of Maredsous, 35 monks live, pray and work according the Rule of St Benedict, a tradition that goes back to the 6th century. Dedication and hospitality are the most important values at the abbey of Maredsous.
The library, containing over 400.000 titles, some over 1000 years old and the visitor’s centre St-Joseph embody these Benedictine values that contribute undisputedly to the authentic taste of the Maredsous abbey beers.
The Maredsous Abbey beers are still brewed based of the original Benedictine monks’ recipe Today the Maredsous abbey beers are still brewed under close supervision of the Abbey community, represented by the Abbot, Bernard Lorent. An important part of the profit generated by the Maredsous beers, is used for charitable causes.