Trappist Beers Online: Where to Buy Them in Italy
Trappist beers are the most prized and sought-after in the world: produced by monks in abbeys and certified with the Authentic Trappist Product (ATP) label, they are synonymous with absolute quality and centuries-old tradition. If you are looking for Trappist beers online in Italy, Maltese.beer offers a complete selection with shipping in 24-48 hours.
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What Are Trappist Beers?
A beer can be called "Trappist" only if it meets three fundamental criteria certified by the International Trappist Association:
- Produced inside or in the immediate vicinity of a Trappist monastery
- Produced under the supervision of the monks
- Proceeds destined for the sustenance of the monastic community and charitable works
Worldwide, there are only 14 ATP-certified Trappist breweries. On Maltese.beer, you will find the three most iconic available in Italy.
Trappist Beers Available on Maltese
Chimay — Abbaye Notre-Dame de Scourmont, Belgium (since 1862)
Chimay is the most well-known Trappist brewery in the world. Four main variants, each with a distinct aromatic profile:
- Chimay Rouge (Première) — amber, fruity, 7% vol. The ideal starting point
- Chimay Bleue (Grande Réserve) — dark, complex, 9% vol. The most intense
- Chimay Triple (Cinq Cents) — blonde, aromatic, 8% vol
- Chimay Dorée — light, clear, 4.8% vol. Originally only for the monks
- Chimay Verte — special hopped edition
- Chimay Bleue Magnum 1.5L — for special occasions
- Chimay Cinq Cents Magnum 1.5L — the Triple in large format
→ Complete guide to buying Chimay beers online
Westmalle — Abbey of Westmalle, Belgium (since 1836)
Westmalle invented the Tripel style in 1956 and codified the modern Dubbel. Considered by many experts the quintessential Trappist:
- Westmalle Tripel 33cl — blonde, fruity, 9.5% vol. The original Tripel
- Westmalle Tripel 75cl — table format
- Westmalle Dubbel 33cl — dark, smooth, 7% vol
- Westmalle Dubbel 75cl — table format
- Westmalle Extra — the monks’ beer, 4.8% vol. Rare and sought-after
→ Complete guide to buying Westmalle beers online
Rochefort — Abbaye Notre-Dame de Saint-Remy, Belgium (since 1595)
Rochefort is one of the oldest and most respected Trappist breweries. Its beers are numbered according to original gravity and are among the most complex and awarded in the world:
- Rochefort 6 — amber, with caramel and fruit notes, 7.5% vol. The most accessible of the range
- Rochefort 8 — dark, complex, with chocolate and spice notes, 9.2% vol. The most balanced
- Rochefort 10 — the most intense and awarded. Notes of plum, dark chocolate, port. 11.3% vol. One of the highest-ranked beers worldwide
How to Choose the Right Trappist Beer
- First time with Trappists? → Chimay Rouge or Westmalle Tripel — the most representative and accessible
- Love dark and complex beers? → Rochefort 10 or Chimay Bleue
- Looking for something light? → Chimay Dorée or Westmalle Extra
- Luxury gift? → Chimay Bleue Magnum or Westmalle Tripel 75cl
Frequently Asked Questions About Trappist Beers Online
Where to buy Trappist beers online in Italy?
On Maltese.beer you will find a complete selection of ATP-certified Trappist beers — Chimay, Westmalle, and Rochefort — with shipping in 24-48 hours across Italy.
What does Authentic Trappist Product (ATP) mean?
The ATP label certifies that the beer is produced inside or near a Trappist monastery under the supervision of monks, with proceeds destined for the community’s sustenance. There are only 14 certified breweries worldwide.
What is the best Trappist beer?
It depends on taste. Westmalle Tripel is often cited as the quintessential Trappist. Rochefort 10 is one of the highest-ranked beers worldwide. Chimay Bleue is the most well-known and accessible.
Are Trappist beers available in supermarkets in Italy?
Some Chimay variants can be found in specialized supermarkets. Westmalle Extra, Rochefort, and special formats are almost exclusively available online or in specialty stores like Maltese.beer.
Can Trappist beers be shipped throughout Italy?
Yes — Maltese.beer ships Trappist beers across Italy in 24-48 hours with proper packaging to protect the bottles during transport.
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