Belgium‘s Chimay, one of only 11 “Trappist” beers in the world, brewed by monks within the walls of an abbey, with profits going to charity, will be available in India. Its launch in the Indian market coincides with the Belgian royal couple King Philippe and Queen Mathilde visit to India to mark 70 years of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Another Belgian brand, Delirium, with its famous pink elephant logo, is also entering the Indian market. Both Chimay and Delirium will be imported, distributed and marketed in India by New Delhi-based Hema Connoisseur Collections Pvt. Ltd., and will retail at $8.50 per a pint bottle. Initially, the two Belgian beers will be available across selected eight retail outlets in New Delhi, six top hotels, a few restaurants and 18 pubs, including 12 units of Beer Café. “Within a few weeks, we’ll have a similar presence in Mumbai and Pune. There is no immediate plan to expand further,” said Amit Agarwal, chief executive officer, Hema Connoisseur Collections.
Beer pubs are upbeat, reports LiveMint. “Chimay is one of the most prestigious Trappist beers in the world. At Beer Café, these are the most premium beers on the menu. We have already witnessed a sense of exuberance among beer aficionados,” said Rahul Singh, founder and chief executive of Beer Café.
Last updated: December 26th, 2025
