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Belgium is known for having hundreds of unique styles of beer. One of my favorites is the Belgian Strong Ale. Though very diverse, they are usually medium to dark in color with a high alcohol content. They are very malty and with a low hop flavor and aroma. The most important ingredient in this style of beer is the strain of yeast. The yeast and warm fermentations create a unique biscuity flavor with fruity and spicy overtones and a good deal of carbonation. These beers are usually very aromatic and are best served in a goblet so as to better smell the beer while drinking. Often considered the champagne of beers, the Belgian Strong Ale is definitely a beer to be savored. This is also one of the harder beer styles to try to achieve at home.

OG (Original Gravity): 1.064–1.096
FG (Finished Gravity): 1.012–1.024
IBU’s (International Bittering Units): 20-50
SRM (Standard Reference Method): 10-20
Alcohol (% by volume): 7.0-11.0
Examples: Bières de Chimay’s Chimay Grand Reserve, Brouwerij Westvleteren’s Westvleteren Abt 12 (Yellow Cap)