Brewery of Westvleteren

The Brewery of Westvleteren, officially Trappist Brewery Westvleteren, is a Belgian monastery-based brewery known for producing highly regarded, traditional Trappist beers. Operated by Trappist monks at the Sint-Sixtus Abbey in Westvleteren, it maintains a strict focus on quality and craft, often limiting production and sales to preserve its heritage. Its beers, like Westvleteren 12, are celebrated worldwide for their complexity, balance, and craftsmanship. The brewery’s approach emphasizes spiritual life and community service, with its products embodying a blend of monastic tradition and artisanal brewing.