Fruit "beard": what Barbe Ruby is famous for

• How it all began
• А сейчас?

At first glance the frivolous name and the brutal label — this beer seems to work on the contrast, immediately attracting attention. Although in fact there is no contradiction — "barbe" means "beard" in French. And not just any beard, but a specific one — the famous Belgian brewers. But first things first.

How it all began

Once upon a time, back in the Middle Ages, there was a Barbe d'Or brewery in the Belgian city of Liège. It belonged to a noble family of de Homme — and apparently it stood out because it left its mark on history. The masters from Verhaeghe decided to perpetuate the memory of their ancestors and created a line of Barbe fruit beers. On the label they put the family coat of arms of the noblemen who owned the brewery.

Barbe beer became popular first of all thanks to its producer. Verhaeghe brewery became famous because it was the first Belgian brewery — in the 19th century — that started to sell its products not close to the production facility, as was customary, but in the capital. During World War I the company was suspended, but then it managed to win the trust of customers again and now it is rightfully considered one of the most iconic and legendary in Belgium.

А сейчас?

Despite its fruity character, Barbe Ruby has retained its serious medieval character. Quite strong (about 8 degrees), not sweet, but rather tart and spicy, with a slight acidity in the end, it conquers from the first sip even those who are generally indifferent to this direction. At the very beginning the taste captures the cherry with a bone and notes of wine barrels, then hints of almonds are added, and at the finish there are light nuances of grapes and citrus fruits. A stunning combination that is impossible not to fall in love with!

Barbe Ruby's aroma is also very rich. It has tones of ripe cherries, elderberries, almonds, and true connoisseurs will also feel light vanilla hints.

Ruby beer is brewed by top fermentation. Only natural ingredients: water, wheat, barley malt, sugar, yeast, hops and fruit extract. Despite the strength of the drink, there is almost no alcohol in it — and this is also the merit of the brewers, who hone their recipes to perfection.

The producer recommends serving the beer chilled to 6–8 degrees in a branded glass, which also features the famous beard. This way you can fully enjoy the unique bright taste and special character of Barbe Ruby, which keeps the memory of talented medieval brewers. Come to any Belgian beer restaurant — and enjoy a pleasant tasting!

Date: 08 September

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