Herkenrode Vesper Abbey Tripel 11.2 oz

Herkenrode Vesper Abbey Tripel 11.2 oz bottle

Brewed by: Herkenrode Abbey/Cornelissen

Country: Belgium

Style: Tripel

ABV (Alcohol by Volume): 9%
IBU: 30

BeerAdvocate.com rating: 85

Herkenrode Vesper is a triple abbey beer that ferments a second time in the bottle. The shelf life is 24 months. It distinguishes itself by its full taste and deep golden color. It pours a medium amber with a finger of white head. English hops add to the unique and unmistakable aroma of this robust abbey beer. Taste is bready, fruity yeast, green hops, and herbal. Mouth feel is lively and vibrant with a smooth finish.
Vesper is a certified Belgian Abbey beer (follows traditional abbey methods) as well as a Bronze winner in the 2021 International Beer Challenge and a European Beer Star Gold star recipient. The characteristic full-bodied flavor, deep color and aroma are all a result of the refermentation in the bottle.

Serving Suggestion

Brie, Camembert, aged Gouda

Mussels, grilled shrimp, salmon

Brewery Information:

Herkenrode Abbey beers are a modern revival of a deeply historic Belgian brewing tradition rooted in the former Cistercian nunnery of Herkenrode Abbey in eastern Flanders, which dates back to the 12th century. The nuns there originally brewed beer on-site until they were displaced due to the wars of the late 19^th and early 20^th centuries, but the spirit of those recipes and techniques has endured. Relaunched by the Cornelissen craft family brewery in the early 2000s, the Herkenrode line is officially recognized as Belgian abbey beers (of which there are only 23) and is notable for being tied to an all-female monastic heritage.

Brouwerij Cornelissen, the family-owned and operated brewery, was founded in 1859 in Limburg, Belgium. Cornelissen produces the Herkenrode beers on behalf of the abbey using recipes and inspiration that trace back centuries, combining historical authenticity with modern brewing precision. The brewery is known for maintaining traditional methods, including the use of copper kettles and extended maturation times—up to eight weeks for the Herkenrode range—which contribute to depth of flavor and refinement. This partnership allows the brand to preserve its monastic identity while ensuring consistent quality, making Herkenrode a compelling example of how heritage and contemporary brewing can coexist.