Best Of Belgium Variety 12Pk

Best Of Belgium Variety 12Pk is a curated 12-pack featuring three iconic Belgian beers ranging from 4.9% to 6.6% ABV. The collection includes Hoegaarden, a 2016 World Beer Cup Gold Medal winner for Best Belgian-style Witbier, alongside Stella Artois and Leffe Blond — three styles representing centuries of Belgian brewing heritage.

Quick Facts: ABV: 4.9%–6.6%  |  Origin: Belgium  |  Style: Belgian Pilsner, Witbier & Abbey Ale  |  Breweries: Brouwerij Artois (Leuven), Hoegaarden, Leffe Abbey

Production & Heritage

This variety pack assembles six bottles of Stella Artois Lager, three bottles of Leffe Blond Abbey Ale, and three bottles of Hoegaarden Wheat Beer. Stella Artois traces its origins to 1926 at Brouwerij Artois in Leuven, Belgium, where it was originally brewed as a holiday beer. Hoegaarden revived the nearly extinct Belgian witbier tradition with its signature use of coriander and orange peel, while Leffe Blond carries forward a pale abbey ale recipe rooted in medieval monastic brewing — together spanning a remarkable range of Belgian brewing craft under one roof.

Tasting Notes

Stella Artois (5% ABV): A floral aroma leads into well-balanced malt sweetness and crisp hop bitterness. The finish is soft and dry, clean on the palate.

Hoegaarden (4.9% ABV): Pronounced orange peel and coriander on the nose give way to a citrusy, fruity, and spicy character on the palate. The body is refreshing and light, closing with a snappy bitterness that keeps it lively.

Leffe Blond (6.6% ABV): A rich, creamy head introduces a smooth, full-bodied ale. Dry and fruity with delicate spice notes, it strikes a balance between strength and subtlety with a gentle, lingering bitterness.

How to Drink Best of Belgium

Each beer in this pack rewards a different approach. Stella Artois is best served ice-cold in its signature chalice, making it a crisp session lager for warm-weather drinking. Hoegaarden shines at around 40°F with a gentle swirl to rouse the yeast sediment, enhancing its wheat and spice character. Leffe Blond benefits from a slightly warmer pour — around 45–50°F — in a tulip glass that concentrates its abbey ale aromatics.

Best For

• Introducing someone to the breadth of Belgian beer styles
• Hosting a casual beer tasting with friends
• Pairing alongside a charcuterie or cheese board
• Gifting a beer enthusiast who appreciates European brewing traditions

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Best of Belgium Variety 12-Pack include? The pack contains six bottles of Stella Artois Lager (5% ABV), three bottles of Hoegaarden Wheat Beer (4.9% ABV), and three bottles of Leffe Blond Abbey Ale (6.6% ABV), representing three distinct Belgian beer styles.

How does Hoegaarden compare to Blue Moon Belgian White? Hoegaarden is brewed in Belgium using traditional witbier methods with coriander and orange peel and won a Gold Medal at the 2016 World Beer Cup for Best Belgian-style Witbier. Blue Moon is an American-brewed interpretation of the style; Hoegaarden is widely regarded as the benchmark that helped revive the Belgian wheat beer category.

Is the Best of Belgium pack good for beginners? It is an excellent entry point into Belgian beer because it spans three approachable yet distinct styles — a clean pilsner, a refreshing wheat beer, and a smooth abbey ale — allowing newcomers to discover their preferred profile.

Where are the beers in this pack made? All three beers originate from Belgium: Stella Artois from Brouwerij Artois in Leuven (first brewed in 1926), Hoegaarden from the town of the same name in Flemish Brabant, and Leffe from a tradition rooted in the Leffe Abbey near Dinant.

What foods pair well with the Best of Belgium beers? Stella Artois pairs well with lighter fare like mussels and frites or grilled seafood due to its crisp finish. Hoegaarden complements salads with citrus vinaigrettes, sushi, and Thai dishes thanks to its coriander-and-orange spice. Leffe Blond stands up to richer foods like roasted chicken, aged Gouda, and Belgian-style waffles with its fuller body and subtle fruit character.

What sizes does the Best of Belgium pack come in? The standard format is a 12-pack of 11.2 oz (330ml) bottles, a size traditional for Belgian imports.

Is the Best of Belgium pack worth the price? It positions as a mid-range import variety pack that delivers genuine Belgian-brewed beers rather than domestic approximations, making it strong value for anyone seeking authentic European styles without committing to full six-packs of each.

Why Best of Belgium?

What separates this pack from generic variety collections is authenticity — all three beers are brewed in Belgium with recipes that reflect genuine regional traditions rather than licensed reproductions. Hoegaarden's 2016 World Beer Cup Gold Medal validates its standing as a benchmark witbier, while Leffe Blond carries an abbey brewing lineage and Stella Artois remains one of the world's most recognized Belgian lagers. The 12-pack format effectively serves as a guided tour of Belgium's most influential beer styles, from the restrained elegance of a pilsner to the spiced complexity of a witbier to the warming depth of an abbey ale.