Hoegaarden's history dates back to 1445 in the small Belgian village of the same name. Local monks were the first to experiment with adding botanicals to their wheat beer, a practice that eventually led to the world-famous recipe we enjoy today.
After the original brewery closed in the mid-20th century, Pierre Celis revived the tradition in his own dairy barn. His dedication to the authentic witbier style saved a centuries-old craft from disappearing forever.
Today, the brand remains a global ambassador for Belgian brewing heritage. Every sip connects you to a long lineage of innovation, where simple ingredients like wheat, coriander, and dried orange peel are transformed into something truly extraordinary.