Delirium Noel 750ML 2Pk Gift Set

Delirium Noël 750ML 2Pk Gift Set is a seasonal Belgian Christmas ale presented as a two-bottle gift package, brewed at 10% ABV in 750ML bottles. Released exclusively for the Christmas and New Year season by Huyghe Brewery, this strong dark ale has earned a 93 rating on RateBeer and stands as one of Belgium's most recognized holiday brews.

Quick Facts: ABV: 10%  |  Origin: Melle, East Flanders, Belgium  |  Style: Belgian Christmas Ale  |  Brewery: Huyghe Brewery  |  IBU: 20  |  Format: 2 x 750ML

Production & Heritage

Huyghe Brewery was founded in 1906 by Leon Huyghe in the city of Melle, located in Belgium's East Flanders province. Delirium Noël is top-fermented and bottle-conditioned, a traditional Belgian approach that allows the beer to develop additional complexity in the bottle. The brew uses barley malt, hops, yeast, and water along with a distinctive spice blend of coriander, cinnamon, and nutmeg — setting it apart from other entries in the Delirium range and completing what the brewery calls the "Delirium trilogy." As a seasonal release brewed only for the winter holiday period, each vintage reflects that year's specific brewing conditions.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Mild spice leads the nose, followed by light clove and a rich caramel malt backbone. Subtle dark fruit and warming cinnamon notes emerge as the beer opens up in the glass.

Taste: The first sip brings a wave of toffee and brown sugar, transitioning quickly into dark fruit territory — plum, dates, and cherries at mid-palate. A gentle red wine-like quality surfaces alongside pepper, bitter hops, and molasses depth. The 10% ABV is remarkably well-concealed beneath the sweetness and spice.

Finish: Lingering, spicy, and dry, with the holiday spice blend carrying through to the very end. The medium body and creamy, lively carbonation keep the finish from becoming heavy, leaving a clean warmth.

How to Drink Delirium Noël

Pour into a tulip glass or chalice at cellar temperature (50–55°F) to allow the spice aromatics and dark fruit layers to fully express themselves. This is a sipping beer — the generous ABV and complex flavor reward patience rather than speed. For a Belgian Beer Toddy, warm the ale gently with honey and a cinnamon stick for a fireside alternative to mulled wine. A Noël Shandy pairs it with spiced apple cider for a lighter, festive option. For an adventurous twist, use it as the base in a Belgian Beer Flip with a whole egg, nutmeg, and simple syrup — the toffee and spice notes integrate beautifully with the richness of the egg.

Best For

• Holiday gift-giving for Belgian beer enthusiasts
• Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve dinner pairings
• Adding a collectible seasonal release to a beer cellar
• Hosting a winter tasting flight alongside other strong Belgian ales

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Delirium Noël taste like? Delirium Noël is a rich, sweet, and spicy Belgian Christmas ale dominated by toffee, plum, dates, and brown sugar, with a backdrop of cinnamon, clove, and pepper. The finish is dry and spicy, balancing the sweetness with a lingering warmth.

How does Delirium Noël compare to St. Bernardus Christmas Ale? Both are strong Belgian winter ales at or above 10% ABV with prominent dark fruit and spice character. St. Bernardus Christmas leans more heavily into malty quad territory, while Delirium Noël emphasizes its specific coriander, cinnamon, and nutmeg spice blend alongside toffee and dried fruit sweetness.

Is Delirium Noël good for sipping neat? Absolutely — poured into a proper chalice or tulip glass at cellar temperature, the complexity of its spice, dark fruit, and caramel malt layers makes it a rewarding slow sipper, especially on cold evenings.

Where is Delirium Noël made? Delirium Noël is brewed at Huyghe Brewery in Melle, a city in the East Flanders province of Belgium. The brewery has operated from this location since its founding by Leon Huyghe in 1906.

What foods pair well with Delirium Noël? Roasted duck or goose benefits from the beer's dark fruit and spice, cutting through the richness of the meat. Aged Gouda or Gruyère echoes the caramel and toffee notes. Christmas pudding or fruitcake mirrors the dried fruit and warm spice profile. Pork loin with a brown sugar glaze complements the beer's molasses and cinnamon character. Dark chocolate truffles balance the sweetness with cocoa bitterness.

What sizes does Delirium Noël come in? This gift set contains two 750ML bottles of Delirium Noël, the standard large-format size for Belgian specialty ales.

Is Delirium Noël worth the price? Delirium Noël positions as a premium seasonal Belgian ale, and the two-bottle gift set format adds presentation value. With a 93 RateBeer score, bottle-conditioned complexity, and limited seasonal availability, it represents strong value within the Belgian Christmas ale category.

Why Delirium Noël?

Delirium Noël stands apart from the crowded field of winter seasonals because of its specific spice combination — coriander, cinnamon, and nutmeg — layered over a rich base of caramel malt and dark fruit through traditional top fermentation and bottle conditioning. Its 93 RateBeer score reflects consistent quality across vintages, and the seasonal-only release window gives each year's bottling a collectible quality. At 10% ABV with the alcohol seamlessly integrated, this is a beer that drinks well above what that number might suggest. The two-bottle gift set format makes it one of the more thoughtful holiday beer gifts available, pairing presentation with genuine substance from a brewery with over a century of Belgian brewing heritage.