It's a match: how to taste beer properly to love it

Why do some people love the flavor of beer, while others feel nothing but bitterness? Of course, everyone’s tastes are different, but it’s possible that some people simply taste it wrong. The temperature at which the drink is served, the glass into which it is poured, even the appetizer — everything matters. We tell you how to drink beer to feel all the flavor nuances.

Five steps to the perfect taste

The first thing to do is to pick the right beer you want to taste. You shouldn’t force yourself to try something you’re guaranteed not to like. Pay attention to the color of the bottle (in a container made of dark glass the drink is better stored), color, density. For example, light and transparent beer will almost certainly not have a grain flavor, and the flavor itself will be light and refreshing. A drink of a more saturated hue — from straw to amber — is likely to have bright malt notes in the flavor, which will be manifested by caramel, biscuit and dried fruits. In a dark beer, the nuances will be more «heavy» — smoke, coffee, chocolate and so on. Density also matters — the higher it is, the brighter the flavor will appear.

In order for beer to fully reveal its flavor, it is important to serve it at the right temperature. For different varieties it can vary, but on average it is 8-10 degrees. Dark malts, such as stouts, should be served even warmer.

When you pour the beer, do not rush to taste it, first assess the aroma. If the beer is of good quality, you can distinguish many pleasant odors in it. It works the same way with food: food that smells good seems more appetizing.

When tasting, the main rule is to take your time. Take a sip, hold the beer in your mouth for a while and only then swallow. At first you will feel the freshness and sourness of the bubbles released from the drink. The second phase is the most vivid flavor: sweetness or bitterness. Don’t concentrate on it: once your brain gets used to the dominant flavor, you will be able to taste the others. And at the very end, you will taste the aftertaste, which can also be different, but always pleasant — if, of course, you drink a quality drink.

And, of course, you should not forget about the glass into which you pour the beer and the appetizers you serve with it. Properly selected glassware will also help to reveal the taste nuances, and good appetizers — to emphasize them. It’s best to choose both based on the variety. Many brewing companies in their blogs make recommendations in which glass and with which dishes it is better to serve this or that drink.

And if you don’t want to study the question yourself, come to any beer restaurant of the Lambic chain. We will serve beer in the right glass and at the right temperature, as well as advise you on what food to order with it. Such a tasting will definitely be a success!

Date : 10 May

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