In a celebration of brewing heritage and international friendship, Jaap personally presented a truly exceptional gift to the 23rd Harbin International Beer Festival in China: Bottle #88 of the globally limited 1125 Vlierbeek Grand Cru – 9 Litre Edition. This monumental presentation commemorates the 900th anniversary of the Vlierbeek church in Belgium.
The selection of Bottle #88 holds profound significance for the Chinese hosts. In Chinese culture, the number 88 symbolizes “double prosperity” (发发 – fā fā), representing immense good fortune and success. Presenting this auspicious bottle number to the Harbin Beer Festival underscores Broeder Jacob’s deep respect for Chinese traditions and our warm wishes for the continued flourishing of this premier event and the city of Harbin (“悦冰城知己” – Bringing Joy to the Ice City’s Friends).
This majestic bottle, bearing the legacy of 900 years of Belgian monastic brewing tradition (“九百年传奇” – Nine Centuries of Legend), now stands as a symbol of the bond between Broeder Jacob and the vibrant beer culture of China. We are honored to share this piece of our heritage with the passionate beer enthusiasts of Harbin.
Raise a glass with us to celebrate this historic moment!
