BelgianShop Blog
28
NOV
2019
Do You Know: Liefmans Kriek Brut
This classy beer represents the perfect marriage between the fresh accents and slightly acidic flavour of the black cherries. Liefmans Kriek-Brut is a mixed fermentation beer, with every...
18
NOV
2019
Do you know that: The LEUTE BOK ale was brewed in 1927 for the first time
"Leute" means joy in Flemish, and "bok" is of course the "he-goat". A very interesting and funny name for a real double bock ale holding a whopping 7.5 % alcohol by volume. The name-play...
06
NOV
2019
Etymology of Chocolate
Etymology of Chocolate
The name chocolate most likely comes from the Nahuatl language indigenous to central Mexico, although it may have been influenced by the Mayan languages. One popular...
30
OCT
2019
Drink abuse can cause memory problems
A night’s drinking slows down the recovery of our memory. This, after a remarkable test, was the conclusion reached by Dutch researchers at the University of Utrecht, according to the Quarterly...
28
OCT
2019
Do you know: Corsendonk Agnus
Agnus is a Belgian abbey-style beer, falling into the 'tripel' style, from the Corsendonk monastery. It has an wonderfully tenacious, rocky head, which tastes of vanilla ice-cream. The nose is...
24
OCT
2019
The antioxidant power of chocolate
Studies show that cocoa powder, dark chocolate and milk chocolate have higher Oxygen Radical Absorption Capacity (ORAC) values than many usual foods, such as prunes and blueberries. ORAC values...
19
OCT
2019
The first brewers were Incan women
A study reveals an ancient brewery that existed during the Inca Empire was staffed by a group of elite women who were chosen for their beauty and nobility, according to the recent media reports....
10
OCT
2019
Alcohol and good sleeping
The sleep in what regards its quality and duration depends on various factors, such as taken food, tiredness, genetic factors, stress, the quality of the mattress etc. But alcohol is also a factor...
07
OCT
2019
Hints on identifying off-flavours in beer
Some aromas and flavors in beer are caused by brewing problems, infections during fermentation by troublesome microbes, and/or improper handling. Here is some information to help you distinguish...
03
OCT
2019
The charm of Belgian chocolates
Belgian chocolate, whether it comes as bars and in various shapes, powder or topping, has something for every taste. Its most stylish recipe is certainly the "praline", which was invented in...
01
OCT
2019
Brewing in Bruges: De Halve Maan
The history of beer on the iconic Walplein in Bruges goes back for centuries. The first records of brewing activity on the site date back to 1564, when brewery ‘Die Maene’ was mentioned in the...
25
SEP
2019
Belgian Beer Corner: DUPONT brewery
The Brasserie Dupont is a former farm dating back to 1759. In 1844, it became the Rimaux-Derrider farm-brewery, specialising in the production of honey and “Saison” (season) beers, so called...
20
SEP
2019
Welcome to the Belgian cuisine a la biere
Key to the cuisine of Belgium is its beers, best discovered in the native setting of the estaminet, or cafe. At home, beer often is served at both lunch and dinner, with a witbier or lighter brew...
05
SEP
2019
Beer Tasting Tips - Assessing Appearance
Are you ready to develop skill and sophistication in assessing a finely crafted brew? To focus on the fine points necessary for competency in the “Art of Beer Tasting?”
You may have been...
21
AUG
2019
You like beer? So, you should become a beer expert.
If you take beer seriously you have to know almost everything about beer. Reading regularly our newsletter you will sure become a beer expert.
Moreover being an expert in beer you will better...
21
AUG
2019
Galler – Royal chocolate
Galler is an official supplier of chocolate to the Royal Court of Belgium! Taste Galler's delicious Belgian chocolates and you will know why.
Jean Galler founded his chocolate factory in 1976...
09
AUG
2019
Belgian Beer Corner: Deus Brut des Flandres
Deus Brut des Flandres, is an innovative beer from the Belgian brewery Bosteels. Deus should be pronounced like ‘DAY-ews’. Take a look at the bottle and label, and you'll see it bears a remarkable...
08
AUG
2019
A smoked beer?
What is a smoked beer? "It's like liquid beef jerky," said a beer connoisseur. "And it's fantastic." It's a beer to enjoy in cool weather, like the wet, raw spring days of April and May.
Three...
05
AUG
2019
Belgian Beer Corner: Duchesse de Bourgogne
Duchesse de Bourgogne is the traditional Flemish red ale. Rich reddish hue. Winey, almost vinegary aromas follow through on a tart, medium-bodied palate with a strong sweet-tart character that...
29
JUL
2019
What kind of barley do Belgian breweries use?
There are two kinds of malting barley: six-rowed winter barley and two-rowed summer barley. In Belgium, summer barley is used almost exclusively, as its growing period is a hundred and fifty days...