International Recognition for Silly Saison Village Bio

Brasserie de Silly is proud to announce an exceptional double victory at the 2025 World Beer Awards. Our Silly Saison Village Bio has earned two gold medals in this prestigious global competition:

• Gold Medal in the Saison style category
  
• Gold Medal as Country Winner Belgium
  

👉 View the official award here

The World Beer Awards: A Global Benchmark

A Prestigious Competition in the Brewing World

Established in 2007, the World Beer Awards (WBA) have become a true institution in the beer industry. Each year, the competition evaluates hundreds of beers from over 30 countries. It not only rewards the taste and quality of the beers but also their packaging—highlighting both product excellence and the craftsmanship of breweries around the world.

Why Is This Competition So Important?

The WBAs play a strategic role in the brewing sector:

• Quality recognition: The medals serve as a seal of excellence for both consumers and industry professionals.
  
• Boosted visibility: Award-winning beers gain increased exposure and often see a significant rise in sales.
  
• International reach: Even small-scale craft breweries can earn global recognition.
  
• Celebrating diversity: By showcasing a wide variety of beer styles, the competition helps drive innovation and vibrancy in the industry.
  

A Rigorous Judging Process

The WBA jury is composed of international experts, including brewmasters, beer sommeliers, journalists, and trainers. Their assessment is based on a strict methodology:

• Blind tasting: Beers are judged without revealing their origin or brand.
  
• Style-based categories: More than 80 categories are evaluated based on specific criteria such as appearance, aroma, flavor, balance, and overall impression.
  
• Multi-phase judging: The best beers from each country compete at the global level in their respective style categories.
  

Global Visibility

The competition results are widely shared across both specialized beer media and mainstream outlets. Winning two gold medals, as Brasserie de Silly did in 2025, firmly places our artisanal expertise on the global brewing stage.

A Craft Organic Beer with Belgian Roots

Silly Saison Village Bio is a top-fermented beer crafted from 100% organic ingredients. It reflects the authenticity and expertise of our family-owned brewery, passed down through generations.

Fresh, complex, and finished with a subtly spicy dry note, this Saison beer honors the traditional Belgian “bières de garde,” while embracing a contemporary identity.

A Historic Style, Elegantly Reimagined

The Saison style has its origins in the Wallonian farmhouses, where it was brewed in winter to be enjoyed by agricultural workers in summer. Our Silly Saison Village Bio pays homage to this legacy with a modern touch:

• A balanced palate
  
• Fine natural effervescence
  
• Subtle floral notes
  
• Well-integrated yeast aromas
  

A respectful nod to the past, with a vision toward the future.

A Team Effort Rewarded

These two awards are not a stroke of luck. They represent the dedication of an entire team:

• The meticulous craftsmanship of our brewmasters
  
• The careful selection of raw ingredients
  
• The unwavering attention to the quality of the final product
  

“Winning these two prestigious awards confirms our commitment to crafting high-quality, local, and organic beers. It’s a true source of pride and an encouragement to continue on this path.”
— Bertrand Van der Haegen, General Manager

A Victory for Belgian Organic Brewing

Beyond recognition, this double gold medal highlights our core values:

• Local, sustainable, and responsible production
  
• Respect for traditional brewing know-how
  
• Commitment to high-quality organic beer
  

Silly Saison Village Bio now stands as a proud ambassador of Belgian organic brewing on the world stage.

Where to Taste Silly Saison Village Bio?

You can discover—or rediscover—this award-winning beer:

• At our brewery in Silly, Belgium
  
• On our online shop
  
• Via our partner retailers
  
• Internationally, through our distribution network
  

Conclusion: A Defining Milestone in Our Story

These two gold medals at the 2025 World Beer Awards represent a major milestone for Brasserie de Silly. They prove that innovation and tradition can go hand in hand, and that a deep respect for ingredients can lead to true excellence.

Thank you to all who support us.
Let’s continue to shine the spotlight on Belgian craft, organic, and local beer—together, around the world.