Maelstrøm is a barleywine from De Proefbrouwerij, the independent family brewery in Lochristi that has crafted beers since 1996 for architects, startups and fellow breweries. At 9.2% ABV, this is a full-bodied, complex ale true to the style.

The name evokes the maelstrom—fitting for a beer built on deep, fermented character. Barleywines like Maelstrøm showcase rich malt complexity with notes of caramel and dark fruit, balanced by a measured bitterness. Full body and warming alcohol make this a beer for lingering enjoyment.