Hardcore only: dark draft beer at Lambic restaurants
Love for dark beer is almost a religion: true connoisseurs will not trade its taste for either the freshness of blond or the sweetness of fruity varieties. True, to truly appreciate all the shades of flavor, you need to choose high-quality drinks, and in the case of draught beer it is not always possible: many bars treat it carelessly for some reason. Good thing that this is not the case at Lambic: we add only proven varieties to our catalog, transport, store and pour with care, so that your glass will have the best of everything.
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And while we have the bulk of our dark beers in bottles, there are plenty of great beer options on tap, too. Here they are:
— Leffe Brune is an authentic abbey beer that has been brewed since the 12th century. It has a full sweet flavor with caramel notes and a slight hop bitterness, which perfectly complements many dishes, including the famous Belgian potato waffles. If you want a taste of Belgium, you should definitely start with Leffe.
— Bourgogne des Flandres is a dark draft beer with an interesting surprise. Because it’s blended from lambic and abbey ale and left to mature in porto barrels, you can taste the distinctive wine notes on the way out. If you love wine but want something lighter for dinner, Bourgogne des Flandres is the perfect solution.
— Proper Stout is a classic stout from England. The flavor is creamy, smooth, with pleasant creamy notes and smoky-smoky aftertaste. It will make a perfect gastronomic pair with both spicy appetizers and sweet desserts.
— St. Bernardus Prior 8 is a traditional abbey ale produced in the legendary Belgian brewery St. Bernardus. The full-bodied taste has notes of malt, black bread and brown sugar, while the aroma is full of ginger, dates, raisins, coconut and spices.
— Viven Classic Bruin is a great choice if you want a balance between bitterness and sweetness. The flavor shows marzipan, licorice, roasted malt, chocolate, caramel and mocha. All in all, a very complex beer that is sure to please all connoisseurs of dark brews.
That’s not all we have to offer our guests. Choose your ideal variety in the catalog on our website and come and try it in any of the restaurants of the Lambic chain. Or you can simply rely on our waiters on the spot — we’re sure you’ll make the right choice either way!
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