US Belgian Beer Importers announce the 8th Annual Belgian Beer Week, June 1-8

Prominent importers BBL USA,  Artisanal Imports, Cornellisen USA, D&V International, Global Beer Network, Kasteel USA, and Merchant du Vin are excited to announce their participation in the 8th Annual Belgian Beer Week.  From June 1-8, a series of tastings, promotions and events dedicated to Belgium’s renowned beers will unfold across the United States.

The celebration begins in Chicago, with events scheduled at notable venues including The Publican, Hopleaf Bar, Monks Pub, Map Room, Beer Temple and Sleeping Village. The festivities will continue through the week across the Midwest, East Coast and Southern regions, culminating in grand finale events at The Phoenix and Wurstküche in Los Angeles on June 7 and 8.

Throughout the week, enthusiasts will have the opportunity to enjoy tastings and promotions revolving around an array of authentic Belgian beers at both on-premises and off-premises locations, supported by engaging presentations with point-of-sale materials. Highlighting the week, key representatives and top brewers from celebrated Belgian breweries will attend various events. Esteemed guests include:

• Henry Gentenaar, CEO of Cornelissen Brewery (www.cornelissen.com)
• Benoit Stroobants, Export Manager of John Martin Breweries (Brasserie Timmermans & Bourgogne des Flandres) (www.anthony-martin.be)
• Charlotte De Cock, Owner/Director of VBDCK brewery (KEREL) (www.vbdck.be)
• Karl Vanquaethem, Brewer at L. Huyghe (www.delirium.be)
• Rudi Ghequire, Brewmaster at Brauerei Rodenbach (www.rodenbach.be)
• Marco Passarella, Sales Manager at St Bernardus Brewery (www.sintbernardus.be)
• Stijn Destatsbader, Export Manager at Brasserie St. Feuillien (www.st-feuillien.com)
• Xavier Vanhonsebrouck, CEO Kasteel Brouwerij Vanhonsebrouck (www.vanhonsebrouck.be)
• Michel Clyncke, Co-CEO Kasteel Brouwerij Vanhonsebrouck (www.vanhonsebrouck.be)
• Bruce Wright, COO Kasteel USA (www.vanhonsebrouck.de)
• Pierre Mottet, Export Manager at Abbaye du Val Dieu (www.val-dieu.com)
• Amaury Kervyn, Export Manager at Brouwerij Verhaeghe Vichte (www.duchesse-de-bourgogne.be)

“We are excited for another edition of Belgian Beer Week USA. It’s a moment for beer-lovers in the States to enjoy some world-class beer and connect with American and Belgian representatives of these prestigious breweries,” said Brian Walsh, Marketing Director of Better Beverage Leaders. “The history, culture, and variety of beer styles can be highlighted and shared in an elevated and authentic way. This week feels special as an importer. Within the industry a big team comes together to bring a slice of Belgium to America.’ 

Retailers and venues interested in hosting Belgian Beer Week events are encouraged to contact these importers today to learn more about how they can participate in this vibrant celebration.