It would seem that there is no difference: beer is beer in any glass, and you can pour it in a glass cutter - the essence does not change. It turns out that there is a difference: every kind of beer has its own peculiarities, and a competently chosen shape of the container contributes to the proper disclosure of taste and aroma of a particular kind, as well as retention of foam - in the way it was conceived by the manufacturer. This is an important nuance, because the foam cap works like a lid, preserving all the useful substances and taste nuances of your favorite drink.
Today there are dozens of forms of glasses for different kinds of beer. Some appeared centuries ago, others - invented not so long ago, but in any case - so far these are the best of the existing options. And now - more details.
The pint is perhaps the most popular glass seen in bars around the world. It is handy, practical, easy to clean, and holds almost half a liter of drink (0.47 in the U.S. and 0.56 in Britain). Suitable for such varieties as pale, amber and brown ales, IPAs, stouts, porter, light lagers, English bitters and others.
Pilsner is usually poured in special glasses, narrow and tall, which better retain the foam and organic matter inside the drink. The container is suitable for any kind of pilsner - American, Baltic, German, Czech.
Snifter - a glass with a specific round shape - originally used for cognac and brandy. The container allows you to retain the aroma and enhance the smell of hops while drinking. Snifter is suitable for such varieties as Belgian tripel and quadrupel, Bock beers, imperial stouts, ales and porter, as well as for all varieties with a strength above 7 %.
The tulip glass is shaped like a famous flower and is most often used for Belgian ales and fruit lambics. From a regular beer mug you can drink American, German and English ales and lagers. The chalice-like goblet glass promotes long standing foam and is suitable for those drinks that are drunk in large sips. These are Belgian dubels, tripels and quadrupels, imperial stouts and German sides. But a glass called stenge retains not only the foam but also the flavor, and is therefore ideal for drinking bok, German kölsch, gose, gueuze.
Finally, the Weizen Glasse, a glass from Bavaria, thanks to its narrow shape and ability to retain the foam and aroma for a long time, is ideal for drinking gose as well as dark and light wheat ales.
You can order your favorite foamy drink in the right glass in the beer restaurant Come to any of our brasserie and get maximum pleasure from the rest!
Beer is considered to be a light drink - you can drink a lot of it and hardly get tipsy. But this is true only for non-strength varieties. Meanwhile, there are some that can easily give a head start to both vodka and whiskey. Let's tell you more about them! World leaders Brewmeister Snake Venom (67.5%) Scottish ale called “snake venom” for its incredible strength. It is achieved by smoking peat malt, using two types of yeast and multiple freezing. Despite the high concentration of alcohol, the beer is characterized by softness, retaining hop aroma and malt bitterness. Price - more than 6000 rubles. Used in cocktails. Brewdog Strength in Numbers (57.8%) The result of a collaboration between BrewDog and Schorschbräu, who created the beer using the “Icebock” method (freezing and clearing of ice). Additional strength was provided by a 10-year-old whisky. It was released in a limited edition at a price of $40 for 50 ml. Brewmeister Armageddon (65%) Scottish beer made from crystal malt, oats, wheat and spring water. The strength is achieved thanks to the addition of aged whisky. Price - from 5000 rubles. Koelschip Start the Future (60%) Dutch ale obtained by the “Icebock” method. Despite the standard ingredients, the flavor turned out to be unusual - sweet-tart with soapy and peppery notes. Created as an experiment, not flavor-oriented. Price - approximately $46 for 330 ml. Schorschbrau Schorschbock 57 (57%) German ale from the famous Schorschbrau brewery, which usually produces beers with a strength of 13-16%.It is distinguished by dark amber color, oily texture and burning taste with whiskey notes. It is produced in limited batches, the price is $300 for 400 ml.Rock Bottom Campbell Beer PT's Punch (56%)A California ale with guava, orange and passion fruit. Easier to drink than its European counterparts, with a pleasant bitterness and floral notes. Unlike other experimental varieties, the drink is available in online stores for pre-order. Strong in Lambic In our country, of course, you can not drink 50-degree beer. But you can treat yourself to a strong foamy drink in any beer restaurant. At Lambic we offer several with high strength. The result of a collaboration between BrewDog and Schorschbräu, who created the beer using the “Icebock” method (freezing and clearing of ice).Additional strength was provided by a 10-year-old whisky. It is listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the strongest in the world, and the high degree is achieved thanks to fermentation. We will recommend excellent gastronomic accompaniments for all varieties so that you can get a real pleasure. We look forward to seeing you!
23 April 2025
There are many special options among Belgian brews, especially when it comes to beers with a history. But Bornem Double stands out even among such stars. At the recent California Microbrew Beer Festival, this Van Steenberge Abbey draft was recognized as the best in its category. What is its charm — we will tell you in this article. Main features Bornem Double is a lively beer with a full, rich, velvety flavor that harmoniously combines fruity notes and malt sweetness. The long aftertaste reveals nuances of spices and chocolate, as well as neat hop notes. Separately it is worth talking about the aroma. It is very beautiful, with notes of milk chocolate, brown sugar, vanilla and spices. The variety is good both inside and outside — in the glass it reveals a deep dark brown color with burgundy reflections. Bornem Double is usually served with meat dishes — steaks, grill, game, sausages. Despite the rather high strength of 8%, the beer is very drinkable, and you can hardly feel alcohol in it. It is also perfect for cold seasons, as it has a warming effect. Secrets of production The history of Bornem beer began in 1957 at the Beirens brewery in the town of Wommelgem. After the brewery closed in 1971, thanks largely to the abbots of the Bornem monastery, the recipe was taken over by the Van Steenberge brewery. The beer was originally sold under the St. Bernard brand and with the monk’s image on the label. However, to avoid similarity with the St. Bernardus Watou brand, the logo was changed: an image of a heron holding a fish appeared on the label. The choice of the symbol is not accidental: the heron is a typical inhabitant of the neighborhood of Bornem, which reflects both the charm of the local fauna and the traditional culture of the region. By the way, the word «heron» is often found in the names of local bars and brasseries. The main feature of this dub is the manufacturing technology. The beer is not pasteurized, and after primary fermentation in barrels it undergoes secondary fermentation in bottles, acquiring its unique taste. You can try Bornem Double in any Lambic brasserie. In our beer restaurants you will find a large selection of varieties from all over the world, including Trappists, as well as an excellent assortment of dishes and always cozy atmosphere. Come — we will find something to surprise you!
23 April 2025