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#1
Website / The end of the BBB
August 25, 2026, 02:22:22 PM
Hi folks,
It took me a while to finally decide to end with the BBB website.
That's already my second decision. But this time it is for real.
The www.belgianbeerboard.com will expire on Nov 7, 2026
The renewal will cost me about €400 every 2 years, and I think this is really too much money for what the website actually represents.
No big deal friends, as I will continu with the BBB Facebook group that has nearly 30.000 members.
There is much more traffic there, and above all, it doesn't cost me any Euro at all.
It was really fun running this website, but I'm getting older and the drive isn't there anymore like it was for decades.
Hope you all understand my decision.
I want to MASSIVELY thanks with full of my heart everyone over here (Jay, John and Viv) for having participated for such a long time. Amazing really  :appauding-1:  :appauding-1:  :appauding-1:  :appauding-1:  :appauding-1:  :appauding-1: 
CHEERS and I'll see you on Facebook for sure.
Filip

#2
Breweries / Alvinne is no more
July 24, 2026, 10:44:45 AM
Hi,
on a minor note.
Brewery Alvinne has closed its doors.
Filip
#3
Breweries / What a great visit to De Houtlandse Brouwers (Torhout)
June 14, 2026, 09:39:52 AM
Hi,
Some excellent top-quality natural Belgian beers, brewed by brewmaster Bart Degrande at Torhout based brewery De Houtlandse Brouwers were tasted yesterday afternoon.
This was part of a great initiative from Bruges' beer historic organisation 't Hamerken (www.thamerken.be)
We were with about 25 enthusiastic people, and enjoyed every second of this sunny afternoon from 13.30 till 17.30.
The guidance from Jan Dedeyne was phenomenal !!!  :appauding-1:



Much more things were done yesterday, incl. some visits to defunct local breweries in the centre of Torhout.
Those pictures will be published later on...


The actual entrance to De Houtlandse Brouwers.
We see former brewmaster Bruges' brewery De Gouden Boom Paul Vanneste (big name!) entering the brewery.




The brew kettles (made in Slovenia)




The yeast vessels in full action.




The nice bottling line.

Time for a taste....










All beers (4) we've tasted were from outstanding quality!!
All natural beers, without using any artificial ingredients or artificial techniques.
Those are pure nature products, and that can ofcourse be tasted.
I personally preferred their tripel. What an amazing beer this is.
Fresh, herby/spicy, sweetish but not too much, flowery hoppy, nicely malty and a great body too.
This beer drinks so smooth too.
The other beers we had were also outstanding.
The Quadrupel at 10 vol% was nicely roasty and not at all that sweet.
Dangerous drinkable for sure.
This beer is a real winter beer warming and soothing beauty of brewing.

Visits to the brewery are possible, tasting room is available, buying their great beers too !!
It is so easy to combine with a visit to my hometown of Bruges.
The trainstation is only steps away from the brewery.

For more details: https://houtlandsebrouwers.be/

We sure will definitely come back as they open on Saturdays every two weeks.
HIGHLY recommended by yours truly  t_u

Cheers,
Filip
#4
New Breweries / Update June 2026
June 14, 2026, 09:06:22 AM
Hi,
New Belgian breweries:

Sarma Star Brewery
Rue de l'Hydrion 115
6700 Arlon
   
Brasserie Paris
Chemin du Berger 22
1400 Nivelles

De Cort
Boekhoutstraat 20
1670 Pepîngen
            
Re-start:

Vissenberg
Eupener Brauerei - La Cabane

Blender:

GCB craftbeers Vissers
Molenwijk 39
2260 Tongerlo

Changings:

Microbr de la Gleize moved to Spa and is now named Br De Creppe.

Take overs:

Brewery Kazematten has been taken over by Leroy Breweries.

Closures  ::::::( :

Taarfgoed / de Silenrieux / BeerPlanet / De Meulekes / Val de Sambre / Br de l' Hileau /
Monalixa / Les 3 Florins / Aaigem / du Terril / Diaz Brewing / De Swerte Arend / Klein Kloosterke / Brerik /

Cheers,
Filip
#5
Beer News / NEW - Gouden Carolus Blond Whisky Infused - 10.7 vol%
June 02, 2026, 05:37:35 PM
Hi,
This is already not such a recent news, but I finally bought me two 4-packs of this new beer from bry Het Anker (owned by Huyghe now).



Supermarket Carrefour does a great promotion these days, and offers the second 4-pack at 50% discount.
And that's for all the Gouden Carolus beers they offer, incl. the dark Gouden Carolus Whisky Infused.

https://www.carrefour.be/nl/whisky-infused-blond-4x33cl-clip/07359416.html

That is €11.92 for eight 33cl bottles of heavenly goodness.
And !!! Buying two 4-packs gives a free Gouden Carolus 33cl tasting glass as well. (see the glass on the left)
Needless to say that I was as lucky as a little child  :D

Wauw folks, what a wonderful beer!

I didn't drink it too cold. First, because I couldn't wait that long when I returned back home from the supermarket (I put in the freezer for about 15 minutes only). And secondly, a beer at 10.7 vol% "whisky infused" really doesn't ask for a very cold beer to savour. Very cold beers looses their precious flavors.

What an amazing beer !!
Just after uncapping, I has a subtle whisky peaty aroma.
Tasting confirmed that very subtle peated flavor and aroma, but that disappeared after a while.
It is a crystal clear blond-orange beer with no bottle refermentation.
The carbonation was amazing. Similar to the finest Champagnes.

Tasting gives a sweet malty dense beer.
This is, as expected, their Gouden Carolus Imperial Blond (10 vol%) enriched with an infusion of Gouden Carolus Single Malt whisky. This results in a spicy and full-bodied beer, with subtle notes of vanilla and oak.
Just like Gouden Carolus Whisky Infused Dark, this beer was initially launched under the Indulgence label. Following its success, it has been added to the permanent beer range.

No hesitation, that's a beer I will order me again and again !! WONDERFUL !!!

Cheers,
Filip
#6
Beer Tastings / Pannepot Grand Réserva 2018 !
May 27, 2026, 11:32:03 AM
Hi,
This vintage was tasted, and I finished it all  🙂



Pannepot Grand Réserva 2008 🧐
I must say, it was still reasonably drinkable.
Of course, there was some slightly unpleasant oxidation present, but all in all, you could still really perceive the original, and that is top quality.
A Vintage that has truly become a Vintage after 18 years !!!
Cheers,
Filip
#7
Beer News / NEW - Jupiler Apple - 5.2 vol%
May 21, 2026, 10:01:07 AM
Hi,
ABInBev launches a limited edition apple flavoured Jupiler.





AB InBev refreshes the beer market with Jupiler Apple.
The brewer is launching Jupiler Apple in Belgium, a limited edition of the iconic lager with natural apple flavors.

Innovation as a response to new taste trends

Market research shows that consumer preferences are evolving. The flavored beer category in Belgium grew by 7.2% in a year, and no less than 22% of Belgians prefer sweeter drinks, a trend strongly driven by 20- to 24-year-olds. With these launches, AB InBev is directly responding to that need. In doing so, the brewer enriches the beer category with new flavors that appeal to a broader group of consumers and increases the diversity of the offering.

"Twenty-somethings and thirty-somethings are clear as consumers today: they seek variety, new taste experiences, and brands that align with them and their values," explains Adrien Mahieu, VP Commercial at AB InBev. "As the world's largest brewer, it is our responsibility to understand changing consumer preferences and to innovate to lead and grow the beer category."

Jupiler Apple: Familiar refreshment, new taste

Jupiler, one of the most trusted beer brands in Belgium, is introducing Jupiler Apple this spring. This limited edition combines the classic refreshment of Jupiler Pils with the sweet, juicy taste of natural red apples. The flavor and the limited edition concept are inspired by the great success of Busch Light Apple in the US. With an alcohol percentage of 5.2%, Jupiler Apple is a perfectly balanced summer beer, brewed for great summer moments with friends. Jupiler Apple will be available in all supermarkets from mid-May, while stocks last.

Cheers,
Filip
#8
Beer News / NEW - Duvel Tripel Hop Krush - 8.4 vol%
May 21, 2026, 09:26:46 AM
Hi,
Duvel-Moortgat just launched a new Duvel !





This time "dry-hopped" with Krush hops.
Krush™ hops (formerly known as HBC 586) are an intensely fruit-forward American hop officially released by the Hop Breeding Company in 2024 after 17 years of experimental cultivation. Known as a "fruit cocktail in cone form," they are highly sought after for IPAs and hazy ales.

Today available at my local supermarket Albert Heyn for €8.79 (4-pack).
https://www.ah.be/producten/product/wi613978/duvel-tripel-hop-krush-4-pack-bel

Cheers,
Filip
#9
Beer News / NEW - Belgian fries with a beer flavor
May 18, 2026, 01:48:57 PM
Hi,
At first, I thought this was an AI joke.
But see, it is damn real :)



"A real first:
Belgian fries with the subtle taste of a crisp pint! You simply *must* taste this. Made from 100% Belgian potatoes, they combine the crispness of real fries with a unique aroma inspired by the Belgian brewing tradition. Golden yellow, crispy, and full of flavor: these original fries are delicious as a snack full of Belgian character or as a side dish, for example with stew or a BBQ, or as part of a meal. Because everyone likes to prepare their fries their own way, our Beer Flavor Fries are perfect for any cooking method: in the deep fryer, in the air fryer, and in the oven. For years, Belgian Belviva fries have been a favorite of Belgian families! They turn every meal into a little party: "Belviva, Patat, and it's a party!""

https://www.delhaize.be/nl/shop/Diepvries/Frieten-en-aardappelproducten/Diepvriesfrieten/Frieten-Bier/p/S2026020200929870000

https://www.iglo.be/nl-be/producten/belviva/belviva-frieten/frieten-met-bier-smaak-600g

By coincidence, there is a nice promotion going on at supermarket Delhaize.
Buy one package of 600g., and get one at no charge.
Promotion only valid with Delhaize SuperPlus card from 13 May 2026 up to and including 20 May 2026.

Not sure yet if I will buy though  :chin:

Cheers,
Filip
#10
Beer News / Duvel at 0.99 Euro/bottle
May 16, 2026, 10:02:24 AM
Hi,
Cheaper is impossible !

https://www.ah.be/bonus/folder/bonus-week-20-2026#32
Cheers,
Filip
#11
Beer Pub Experiences / Brugs Beertje
May 14, 2026, 11:01:48 AM
Hi,
ALWAYS nice to pay 't Brugs Beertje (Brugge) a beery visit  :Manger:  :beer2:  :zicon2_beer3:









Oerbier is from tap these days (€6.00)
And..... it was delicious  t_u

Cheers,
Filip
#12
Beer News / www.visitbruges.be
May 14, 2026, 10:28:50 AM
Hi,
Finally the city of Bruges has updated their Visit Bruges website with adding a nice beer section  t_u

https://www.visitbruges.be/nl/eten-en-slapen/bier
English: https://www.visitbruges.be/en/eat-and-sleep/beer

That really took some time, but the result is satisfying.

Cheers,
Filip
#13
Beer Tastings / KER-ELLE KAISHAKU KRIEK - 75CL - 10 VOL%
May 04, 2026, 12:30:21 PM
Hi folks,

Time for an epic collab between KEREL and Lambiek Fabriek.



This is a blend of the Kerel 15 vol% Kaishaku (Japanese yeast!)(see the light-blue 33cl. bottle), and the cherry maceration Jart-Elle Oude Kriek (6.3 vol%) from Lambiek Fabriek.
This Oude Kriek is an unfiltered blend of home-brewed lambic, from spontaneous fermentation, aged in oak barrels. The lambic underwent a maceration with fresh cherries for 6 months.

This blend creates a tart, fresh, fruity sensation. Not sweet.
How amazingly smooth this beer is at a 10 vol%. Dangerous drinkable is the right description.  :find:
We paired the beer with a tasty smooth Rochefort cheese - Le Crémeux.
Pairs deliciously with that beer.













Sharing that bottle with two people was more than satisfying.
The Kerel Kaishaku at 15 vol% will be tasted later on under the motto: Less = More  t_u
A really wonderful beer we had. Top-notch artisanal quality that gets my full recommendation.
It is about €10.00 for one 75cl. bottle.

https://vbdck.be/products/ker-elle-kaishaku-kriek-75cl
https://lambiekfabriek.be/producten
Silver medal in 2025: https://results.brusselsbeerchallenge.com/nl/2025/35385-ker-elle-kaishaku-kriek

Cheers,
Filip
#14
Beer News / NEW !!! Rochefort 16 !!
March 30, 2026, 02:15:33 PM
Breaking News!



The brand new Trappist Rochefort 16 will be launched on April the ...1st. (!)
It has become a hazy amber colored sweet'n hoppy barley wine weighing in at a stunning 15.5 vol%.
I just can't wait folks  t_u  t_u  t_u  t_u  t_u (+1  t_u )

Cheers,
Filip
#15
A Blast From the Past / Belgian Beer more and more American Influenced !
March 23, 2026, 10:42:58 AM
Written by Trappist   
Thursday, 23 October 2008
Hi,
Remarkable evolutions are notice in the last couple of years here in Belgium concerning Belgian Beer.
One of the most remarkable turns is that USA "priming - mingling" that is happening for several years already, and that is still continuing. A slow but sure process.

First, there was that barrel age evolution. An American demand thing wanting to bring Belgian breweries to age their beers into wooden casks. The delivering of Calvados barrels to De Dolle and De Regenboog by B.United is already one example. It gave wood aged top-quality beers, mainly for export to the US. This also lead towards Belgian beer NOT available anymore inside Belgium.
Words like Oak Aged, Wood Aged, became common label descriptions, and a lot of breweries followed that concept.
Shortly after we noticed an Imperial Stout trend. Black, roasty, high alcohol beers were brewed, and are still available today. Again the influence from the States is obvious.

Second, another new trend is seen these days.
Belgian IPA ! Hoppy variants of already good Belgian beers, but with that bit MORE hops to satisfy the American market, and as so, also influencing our national Belgian beer scene.
Interesting to mention that, let's say three years ago, the word IPA was unknown/unused here in Belgium.
A three letter word which was unseen on Belgian beer labels. We all know that this is the abbreviation of India Pale Ale, a beer brewed long time ago to survive the long trip to India. Extra hopping was the main preservative.

But see, these days, already A LOT of Belgian breweries are producing those hoppy beers, and put the label IPA on them.
This is quite remarkable, and sure has to do with the mighty medium called, "The Internet".

Belgian beer gets more and more American influenced.
There are already so many examples of new hoppy Belgian beers. A hoppy trend that gladly captures the sweet trend noticed a five years ago. Indeed, a most wonderful evolution.

It seems that today, a majority of Belgian breweries are following that hype.
Beers like Over the Edges IPA (Van Steenberge), Brigand IPA (Van Honsebrouck), Buffalo Belgian Bitter (Van Den Bossche), Houblon Chouffe (Achouffe), Urthel Hop-It (De Leyerth), Smisje Dubbel IPA (De Regenboog) are already a couple of examples, and there's so many more to mention here. 5 years ago, those beers were non-existant !
Belgian IPA doesn't neccesarilly have to be brewed with American Amarillo, Cascade, Centennial, Simcoe, whatsoever hops. Already an extra hopping is more than enough and the word IPA is trendy, so it's put on the label.
Also interesting to mention that American hop varieties are in a embryonal stage to be cultivated in the Poperinge region !!! Reliable sources !

I can only show my amazement about this movement these days. A movement the Belgian Beer Board can only encourage.



Cheers,
Filip
#16
Beer Tastings / Cuvée Clarisse Wild Weasel Whisky Infused - 10.2 vol%
March 23, 2026, 10:37:34 AM
Hi,
Brewery Wilderen is quite popular lately. Pure coincidence this is.
Saturday, we went to Bernie's Beer Bar here in Bruges.
https://bernies.bar/
And see, they also offer some Wilderen beers like the rum infused Cuvée Clarisse (see https://www.belgianbeerboard.com/smf/index.php?topic=868.0) and also the excellent Cuvée Clarisse Wild Weasel Whisky Infused at 10.2 vol%
Both come at €6.00.
The beer menu: https://bernies.bar/de-kaart2









Gold medal in 2023!

A truely excellent beer that gets my full appreciation and satisfaction.

This is a dark top-fermented heavy beer, refermented in the bottle.
10.2% Vol. Available from keg and bottle.
The best flavors interwoven in one beer. What a great balance between beer and whisky.
Malty, candy sugar sweet, slight hoppy, infused with their home made Wild Weasel Whisky.
Also some subtle aromas of bourbon, fruity notes of vanilla and licorice.
Cuvée Clarisse Whisky Infused is a fusion of their Cuvée Clarisse 9.2 vol% and their Wild Weasel Whisky.

I can only recommend ! What a beauty folks  :Manger:

Cheers,
Filip
#17
A Blast From the Past / Urthel Samaranth - Quadrium - Brew Firm De Leyerth
March 19, 2026, 04:15:31 PM
Written by Administrator   
Monday, 08 October 2007
Hi,
Time for a message that perfectly matches the one I wrote In March of this year: http://www.belgianbeerboard.be/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=141&Itemid=88888986 (not working link)
Today, the prestigious beer from brew firm De Leyerth Urthel Samaranth 11.5 vol% is available here in Belgium too!
Note that I will not use the description "Brewery Hirer" anymore. I think the name "Brew Firm" is just that more appropriate.
Samaranth was designed and brewed for brewmaster Hildegard and husband beer design artist/manager Bas Van Ostaden own wedding, which they were still celebrating throughout their Alaska visit. This beautifully produced and wonderfully labeled beer is one of the beers that celebrates that imaginaire group of cute, baldish little gnomes that have become the brewery's defining character and namesake.






                                      Urthel Samaranth Quadrium 11.5 vol% strong

Exclusively available here in Bruges at Bierbrasserie Cambrinus, and ofcourse also tasted overthere.
Quadrium refering to Quadrupel, which means VERY strong. One step above Tripel.
The name Quadrupel is invented by the Cisterzian monks at De Koningshoeven.
La Trappe Quadrupel is the brand name of a strong beer brewed by De Koningshoeven Brewery in the Netherlands, the only Trappist brewery not located inside Belgium.
There are some foreign brewers and beer journalists who use the name "Quadrupel" or "Quad" for their beers too. Just to refer to the high alkohol strength. Is it a style on its own? I doubt...
After they left bry. Van Steenberge , brewmaster Hildegard and Bas Van Ostaden are nowadays brewing their Belgian recipes at De Koningshoeven in Tilburg. The social seat still being inside Belgium.
One of those really great recipes is the one from Urthel Samaranth. I would call this beer a real barley wine.
Amber colored, big longlasting head, bottle refermented, heavy stuff !
Tasting gave those spicy flavours, but be aware, NO spices are used. It is the combination hops and malts that give this beer that most wonderful spicy appearance.
Very dense, malt sweet, alkoholic, refreshing hoppy too.
For the record: The Van Steenberge brewed Samaranth and the De Koningshoeven brewed equivalent are remarkable close to eachother. Difficult to pick out some differences. The one thing that came into my mind was that the Koningshoeven brewed Samaranth has a more kind of Bush Ambrée feeling to it. This is clear, no change in recipe here !

Hildegard and Bas: My congratulations !!

www.urthel.com
www.cambrinus.eu

Cheers,
Filip
#18
Beer Tastings / Cuvée Clarisse
March 19, 2026, 04:05:47 PM
Hi,
Another beer from brewery Wilderen has been approved.



This time, no barrel ageing, but simply the basis beer.
Cuvée Clarisse - 9.2 vol%.
Cuvée Clarisse has been recognized as the world's best heavy dark beer at the World Beer Awards in 2018  :o
https://www.nieuwsblad.be/regio/limburg/cuvee-clarisse-wint-oscar-voor-beste-zwaar-donker-bier/71200156.html
https://worldbeerawards.com/winner-beer/style-winner-9-world-beer-awards-2018


More trophys from Wilderen !

What more can I say than that this trophy is 100% justified.
What an amazing beer  :appauding-1:
Actually, it is not that heavy. It weighs in at a 9.2 vol%, which isn't really considered that heavy here in Belgium.
This beer reminds me of the finest Trappist or abbey dubbels. Similar to Rochefort 8, Westvleteren 8, Sint-Bernardus 8 ... in that league.
It's amazing how balanced all the flavors are.
A creamy dark beer with aromas of spices, hops and dark fruit.
Flavour features sweet notes of caramel, well balanced with malt.
A good amount of bitterness on the finish.
A perfect foam retention too. That's a 10/10  :appauding-1:

Actually, there is only 1 negative point to mention  ::::::(
That glass was finished way too fast. Yes, that delicious really  yummy

Cheers,
Filip
#19
A Blast From the Past / Cultural Woman Beer Margriet - Bry. Het Anker
March 19, 2026, 10:15:56 AM
Written by Administrator   
Wednesday, 04 April 2007
Hi,
Time for a spicy beer !
A beer made by Mechelen based brewery Het Anker .
Intended to be a one-time brew, made for the cultural 2005 Mechelen event: "Mechelen, Stad in Vrouwenhanden".
But see, this beer is still brewed today anno 2007 ! A wonderful decision from bry. Het Anker to made it a fixed value.
Note that two woman have brought up this idea, and also brewed themselves at Het Anker !



Margriet poured out (Click the picture for high-res). Amber-blond beer of 7vol%. Bottle refermented.
Spices are the main characteristics ! A characteristic which is a Het Anker stamp nowadays.
This beer is delicious refreshing. still has alot of body and is balanced with perfection.
Malty, hoppy and above all significant spicy (coreander). A treat.


The label mentions "feestelijk cultuurbier" (festal culture beer).
Also shows a part of an old painting.


The part of the face is taken from this original painting.
It features Margareta van Oostenrijk, and is made by an unknown artist. Hence the beer name being Margriet.
A story is spread that this painting wouldn't be real, and would in fact be the work of falsifier Jef van der Veken.
Well, that's what art connoisseur Jean-Luc Pypaert was stating. A 16th century portrait or a 19th century falsification?

As already mentioned, this is bry. Het Anker's co-operation to this 2005 cultural event "Mechelen, Stad in Vrouwenhanden"
"Mechelen, city in Woman's Hands".
A culture event, that was held in 2005 inside Mechelen (www.mechelen2005.be).
The head activity was an exhibition called "Dames met Klasse" (Woman with Class), and this painting was  used on all folders, brochures, etc... An exhibition about two Margaretas:  Magareta van Oostenrijk and Margareta van York, multilateral portrayed.

A womans beer with great historic cultural character.........

Cheers,
Filip
#20
Beer Pub Experiences / Tafel en Toog van Xaverius
March 19, 2026, 10:01:41 AM
Hi folks,
It's been very busy lately.
Even with being retired I still have too much shortness of time.
Today, I also do the Facebook "Brugge Vroeger en Nu" group, and that is quite an addiction too.
I also needed to buy me a new computer.
After more than 10 years, it finally went dead :(
But no problem, the one I bought now is a sure 50x faster :)  Amazing evolutions.
Things are running smoothly again. And after all, I was amazed how easy the change and transition went.
Small detail: My PC went nuts when I was intensively using the Elon Musk Grok AI engine. This blew up the chip !!!!  :P

This needed a beer, so we went to "Tafel en Toog van Xaverius" here at Sint-Andries (very close to Brugge)
https://www.tafelentoog.be/

They sport a load of Belgian beers, and they do food too.
https://www.tafelentoog.be/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/MENU2025TT.pdf

Tafel & Toog also supports the "Bruges Autonomous Beertasters" Beer of the Month idea. GREAT !!
https://www.babbierproevers.be/activiteiten/

Participating:
't Lindenhof: https://www.goudengids.be/bedrijf/Brugge/L1084766/'t+Lindenhof/
't Poatersgat:https://poatersgat.be/
Bernie's Bar: https://bernies.bar/
Bierbrasserie Cambrinus: http://www.cambrinus.eu
Bistro Den Amand: http://www.denamand.be/
Daverlo: https://www.daverlo.be
De Zwarte Kat: https://www.museabrugge.be/en/news/bezoek-de-museumherberg-in-de-zwarte-kat-1
Tafel & Toog: https://www.tafelentoog.be

The beer of the month Feb-Mar is Circus Winter Ale.
An amber dark beer which has a rich and complex flavor profile thanks to a mix of spices and a hint of gingerbread.
A powerful winter beer at 10% alc. => Delicious !  t_u



This place is always busy, and that makes it always a cosy relaxing experience.



A focus on the beer of the month now from Circus brewery.
Poured into their proper huge American-style beer glass.
A crystal clear dark amber beauty with a nice head. Looks fantastic folks  :appauding-1:



Nosing and tasting indeed gives that sweet cinnamon flavor.
But there is more going on. Caramalt malts for instance and a nice candy sugar sweetness (not too much - perfectly balanced). It has a nice boost of hops too.
This beer needs some caution, because it still has a huge 10 vo%l of alcohol. Slowly sipping is the key  :drinking:







The food is tasty, comfortable and not expensive. A perfect pairing with the beer too  t_u



Cheers,
Filip
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