I love to try beers that are a bit different so the “bluest beer in the world” ticked that box – such a striking colourful beer. It was Okhotsk Blue from Abashiri Brewery in Japan andContinue reading
Category: Tasting
The magic of butterbeer
Today I tried a beer that has been on my wishlist for years, yet it doesn’t even contain a scrap of alcohol – butterbeer. For those who aren’t Harry Potter fans, butterbeer is the tippleContinue reading
De Dolle Stille Nacht tasting
It’s the season to be jolly, and what better way to do that than indulging in festive beers – with a De Dolle Stille Nacht tasting session. De Dolle is one of my all time favouriteContinue reading
Discovering Picon Bière
On a visit to Riquewihr in France’s Alsace region I spotted Picon Bière on the menu and wondered what it was. When I asked the barmaid she looked stunned that I’d never heard of it.Continue reading
Is Swiss beer on your radar?
When you think of countries that produce amazing beers, do you think of Switzerland? Is Swiss beer on your radar? It wasn’t on mine. But after umpteen trips to this beautiful country I thought itContinue reading
Westvleteren 12 blind taste test
Beer lovers know that Westvleteren 12 is supposed to be the best beer in the world but does it really live up to all the hype? I had to find out with a taste test.Continue reading
A divine special occasion beer
DEUS BRUT DES FLANDRES Valentine’s Day is around the corner and it’s often accompanied by the pop of a cork as couples celebrate with a glass of fizz, but champagne’s just not my cup ofContinue reading