Style and Colour: Tripel‑style Belgian beer
Taste: Slight sweetness up front, balanced by a mild hop bitterness. Fruity (often likened to banana) and spicy.
Alcohol: 8.5 % ABV
Drinking Temperature: 5 ° C
Fermentation: Top-fermentation, re-fermented in the bottle.
The Brewery: The Brewery Van Honsebrouck is located in Ingelmunster, west Flanders, in Belgium. Founded in 1900 by Louise De Poorter - Van Honsebrouck.
Origin: “Filou” means rascal or trickster in French — a playful name reflecting the beer’s cheeky, easy‑drinking character despite its strength. It’s described as having a mischievous charm that invites another sip, without being overly aggressive in flavour.
Food: pairs well with roast poultry and pork, mild cheeses, vegetable dishes and rich seafood or creamy sauces
