Mood color yellow: light draught beer in Lambic restaurants
- The best of the best
- Schnitzlbaumer Weisse
- Cornelissen
- Roman Lager
- Viven Champagner Weisse Draft
- Steenbrugge Blond
- Kurpfalz Brau Helles
Strict fans of either light or exclusively dark beer are becoming fewer and fewer every year. Today, thanks to the variety of styles, it’s easy to choose a drink to suit the season, dish, or mood. It’s no surprise that in summer, dense and strong alcohol doesn’t appeal. Light, refreshing options with fruity sweetness are exactly what you need on a hot day. Let’s explore what light draught beer is available at Lambic.
The best of the best
We have only proven varieties from established brands on tap. No matter what you choose, you’re guaranteed a tasty and high-quality brew. Our light draught beer menu includes:
Schnitzlbaumer Weisse
A light wheat ale from Germany, recognized as the best Bavarian beer of 2015. It’s an ideal summer drink with a bright flavor and clearly noticeable fruity notes.
Cornelissen
The flagship of the brewery of the same name, with over two centuries of history. It offers a clean taste of premium light lager in American style, with a slight citrus bitterness in the aftertaste.
Roman Lager
A Belgian lager from the family-run Brouwerej Roman brewery. It features a pure malt flavor with soft hops — a must-try for any connoisseur.
Viven Champagner Weisse Draft
A wheat ale that will appeal to sparkling wine lovers. Brewed with champagne yeast, it delivers a soft and balanced flavor.
Steenbrugge Blond
A light Belgian top-fermented beer brewed with a unique blend of Belgian herbs and gruut spices. It has won multiple international awards — another reason to try it at Lambic.
Kurpfalz Brau Helles
An excellent German lager made from natural, high-quality ingredients. It’s a great thirst quencher and pairs well with most dishes.
And that’s not all the light draught beer available at the Belgian brasserie chain Lambic. The tap list varies by location, but wherever you go — we’ll have something to delight you. We look forward to seeing you!
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Bornem Double beer: a taste with a history
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