A Brief History
On December 31st, raising up your glasses for a toast happens with a sparkling glass of chilled Champagne. A party is incomplete with the arrival of a colourful and refreshing glass of cocktail containing rum, gin, vodka or a sinful brand of whiskey. Wine beckons a romantic dine out but a beer – always holds a special place for the boys’ big game night. Who makes these rules and why follow everything?
The years’ is not too far away, and so are the party preparations. Getting the best wine, stocking up those rum and champagne bottles and planning to wear that perfect party outfit to welcome the New Year in style – Beer says “Where am I?”
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Digging Deeper
1. Deus Brut Des Flanders
DeuS Brut des Flandres is a matchless brew that was introduced to the world in 2002. It is a sparkling and pure beer created with just water, yeast, malt and hops. The best of the best yeast cultures add a mild taste of ginger. The elegantly balanced bitter tinge, superior ingredients and an attention to detail thrive on the impeccable result in the beer.
Brewery: Brouwerij Bosteels (Belgium)
ABV: 11.5%
Style: Belgian Biere Brut
2. Avec Les Bons Voeux
Avec Les Bons Voeux means “best wishes” is a very special Saison ale brewed only for the holidays. Sinfully aromatic, rich and smooth, this is an ale to toast the season and welcome in the New Year! With a hint of pepper, this slightly bitter and bubbly complex Belgian Tripel deserves to be part of your party time indulgences.
Brewery: Brasserie Dupont (Belgium)
ABV: 9.5%
Style: Belgian Tripel
3. Oude Gueuze Tilquin A La Ancienne
Oude Gueuze Tilquin à l’Ancienne is a natural fermentation beer, produced from the blending of 1, 2 and 3 years old lambics. It is unfiltered and unpasteurized, and re-fermented in the bottle for at least 6 months. The lambics used were fermented and oak matured in the installations. These lambics are coming from worts brewed by Girardin, Boon, Lindemans and Cantillon breweries. Great for people with a taste for tangy ones, if you like tart, dry ale with a touch of fruity finish, it will be the one for you to order this holiday season.
Brewery: Gueuzerie Tilquin (Belgium)
ABV: 6.4%
Style: Gueuze
4. Hitachino Nest Celebration Ale
A perfect beer made for the purpose of celebrations, this is sweet and spicy which includes an exotic blend of orange peel, coriander, nutmeg, cinnamon, and vanilla beans. This commemorative party potion from Japan is a full-bodied beer with sweet wheat flavour and beautiful dense froth on the top.
Brewery: Kiuchi Brewery (Japan)
ABV: 9%
Style: Specialty Ale
5. St. Bernardus Abt 12
Abbey ale brewed in the classic ’Quadruple’ style of Belgium’s best Abbey Ales. It is dark with a full, ivory-coloured head with a fruity aroma. Loaded with complex flavours, its long bittersweet finish is what which makes it so special. It is indeed one of the best beers in the world. This is a finely balanced beer, with a perfect equilibrium between malty, bitter, and sweet.
Brewery: Brouwerij St. Bernardus (Belgium)
ABV: 10%
Style: Belgian Quad
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Historical Evidence
For more information, please see…
Hoalst-Pullen, Nancy, Mark W. Patterson, et al. National Geographic Atlas of Beer: A Globe-Trotting Journey Through the World of Beer. National Geographic, 2017.
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