{"title":"Ter Dolen","description":"\u003cp\u003eTer Dolen is a castle brewery in Houthalen-Helchteren, in Limburg. On the castle grounds they brew abbey beers in classic Belgian styles: blond, tripel, dark, kriek and witbier. They also make Armand, a dry-hopped, unfiltered blond with Cascade hops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--verhaal--\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA castle with medieval roots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Dolen is in Houthalen-Helchteren, just north of Hasselt. The castle dates from the sixteenth century, but its origins lie in the Middle Ages. Among other things, it served as a summer residence for the abbots of the abbey of Sint-Truiden, and up to the fifteenth century it was destroyed and rebuilt several times.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMieke Desplenter bought the castle in 1993 with the plan to start a brewery on the grounds. She comes from a Belgian brewing family. With her parents' support she was able to buy the property, and within a year the brewery was up and running. The interest was greater than expected, partly because the castle and grounds had long been closed to the public. The planned small terrace therefore became a large terrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbbey beer instead of pilsner\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by the history of the castle, Mieke chose abbey beers. Ter Dolen Blond was the first beer and for the first few months the only one. Other classic Belgian styles followed in the regular range: a tripel, a dark beer, a kriek and later a witbier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2011 came a less traditional beer: Ter Dolen Armand, a dry-hopped, unfiltered blond with the American Cascade hop, which gives a distinct citrus flavour. The beer is a tribute to Mieke's father, Armand Desplenter. It was meant as a one-off tribute, but it became so popular that it got a permanent place in the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the brewery itself there is a taproom with snacks and a large terrace. Tours are held at weekends and on public holidays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTer Dolen at Hoptimaal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Hoptimaal you'll find Ter Dolen in 33 cl. The range runs from tripel and blond to witbier and a brown beer, with alcohol percentages between 5.1 and 9.1 percent. On Untappd, the Tripel, Blond, Donker and Wit, among others, are rated highly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrink the lighter beers, such as the blond and the witbier, fresh and well chilled. The tripel has more body and comes into its own when you pour it a little less cold. The same goes for the dark beers and the stronger ones: take your time and don't drink them ice cold. The range changes, so check the brand page to see what's in stock now.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!--faq--\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does Ter Dolen come from?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Dolen comes from Houthalen-Helchteren, just north of Hasselt in Limburg, Belgium. The brewery is on the grounds of the castle of the same name, which Mieke Desplenter bought in 1993.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of beer does Ter Dolen make?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Dolen makes abbey beers in classic Belgian styles, such as blond, tripel, dark, kriek and witbier. There is also Armand, a dry-hopped, unfiltered blond with Cascade hops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you visit the Ter Dolen brewery?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, tours are held at weekends and on public holidays. There is also a large taproom with snacks and a terrace on the castle grounds.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ter-dolen-tripel","title":"Ter Dolen Tripel","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeep amber in the glass, topped with a small white head, and hiding its 8.1% ABV remarkably well. Caramel malt and raisin define this Belgian tripel from Ter Dolen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, expect caramel malts, sugary and raisiny. The palate follows with more raisin and a grassy note. The alcohol stays in the background while drinking, though the aftertaste carries a slightly burning edge. As the beer warms, some spiciness appears, and it finishes on a prickling, dry note.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTer Dolen brews this tripel in Belgium, at 30 IBU and 8.1% ABV.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ter Dolen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48444606218585,"sku":"","price":2.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/salikattcloudscape-36-Photoroom.png?v=1730207684"},{"product_id":"ter-dolen-donker","title":"Ter Dolen Donker","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eTer Dolen Donker combines three malt varieties and two hop varieties in a dark, top-fermented abbey beer at 7.1% ABV. At just 18 IBU, the focus is on malt and fruit rather than bitterness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpect fruity notes alongside a biscuity malt character and a touch of caramel. The low bitterness keeps it easy to approach and lets the malt lead. The beer is refermented in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith this beer, Ter Dolen was elected Best Recognised Flemish Dark Abbey Beer and won bronze at the Brussels Beer Challenge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ter Dolen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48444648227161,"sku":"","price":2.75,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/ter-dolen-donker.png?v=1717096637"},{"product_id":"ter-dolen-blond","title":"Ter Dolen Blond","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe first Limburg abbey beer, created at Ter Dolen in 1994. This blonde sits at 6.1% ABV and 25 IBU, brewed with two malts and two noble hop varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAccording to the brewery, the beer drinks full and rounded while staying thirst-quenching. At 25 IBU, the bitterness stays moderate. It is fermented in the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTer Dolen brews in Limburg. In 2010 the newspaper De Standaard ranked this beer third among Belgian abbey beers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ter Dolen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48444652683609,"sku":"","price":2.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/1-1007.png?v=1767631583"},{"product_id":"ter-dolen-wit","title":"Ter Dolen Wit","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelgian witbier from Ter Dolen, brewed at 5.1% ABV with a bitterness of just 12 IBU. That low bitterness keeps the beer light and approachable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a witbier, expect a soft, wheat-driven body and a fresh finish. At 12 IBU the bitterness stays in the background, and 5.1% ABV keeps the beer light on its feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTer Dolen is a Belgian brewery, and this witbier carries that heritage in its style.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ter Dolen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48444904472921,"sku":"","price":2.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/salikattcloudscape-37-Photoroom.png?v=1730207755"},{"product_id":"ter-dolen-ter-dolen-winter","title":"Ter Dolen Winter","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 9.1% ABV, this Winter Warmer ranks among the stronger beers in the Ter Dolen lineup, brewed specifically for the colder months.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe elevated alcohol content brings a noticeably warming finish, characteristic of the Winter Warmer style. Specific aroma and flavor details haven't been provided by the brewery, so the glass itself holds the surprise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrewery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTer Dolen operates from a small-scale castle brewery in De Dool, where the owner tastes every batch daily to safeguard quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eServing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eServe at 10-12°C in a tulip glass, ideal for a cold winter evening or hearty winter fare.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ter Dolen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59437692780889,"sku":null,"price":2.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/0076\/4249\/files\/IMG_0589_processed.png?v=1789643333"}],"url":"https:\/\/hoptimaal.com\/en\/collections\/ter-dolen.oembed","provider":"Hoptimaal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}