Champagne Ale, Anyone?
February 5, 2009
Or should I say Bierre Brut? Might sound a bit more glamorous, haha. What an interesting find, hope you didn’t think all beer was the same (how could you!) because you are about to be surprised.
When I first saw the bottle in the store, I thought it was on the wrong shelf. There were only two of them in all and the bottle looked like your traditional champagne bottle. Deifnitely stands out among the much smaller beer bottles.
Belgian? Ale? Champagne? YES, it definitely qualifies for a taste. Besides, I always love an extra special reason to celebrate, and what better way than with a drink. Cheers.
I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect, but I must say it definitely is a balance of both. Brewed with Barley, Deus is fermented and matured in Belgium, refermented in the bottle and then is followed by the traditional “remuage” and “degorgement” in Champagne, France.
It pours with a very light golden color- has the bubbly action of a champagne and the head of a belgian beer- even breaks up in the same manner. What a marvelous thing!
It is very sweet- much sweeter than I was expecting and so makes for quite the dessert! Though it is sweeter than my usual liking, I must admit it starts to grow on you making you want more. A little is honestly all you need with with this flavorful concoction, also making it a perfect dessert for a celebration. I used my chimay chalice glasses, which I felt was appropriate for the occasion, though a flute would also be suitable. The texture is lovely and a fun experience over all. Champagne and beer- how can you not have fun?
It tastes of pears, honey, and spice most prominently for me, with hints of an apple tartness as well. I love the hint of tart in the finish, adds that bite I love to round out the sweetness.
Fun, love a new drink for a fabulous toast!
#2 great shot – looks ready for an ad. The bottle almost
seems styled to the accessories – pretty fabulous.
that is awesome- and not intentional at all but I love it even more after you having said that.
that is fabulous! my champagne matching sunglasses… I like that, has a nice feel to it.
Am determined to find more champagne ales now, if not for mere curiosity. Anyone with recommendations please send them to me!
Wow, I’d like to try that!
kara- definitely go for it- what fun! I love a drink that strikes its own occasion
welcome, love!
Hello webmaster. I think you could also make more of it through a bigger exposure about \”ne Ale, Anyone? : PRETTY AND FABULOUS\”. Perhaps you can have some belgian chocolate in belgium.
I definitely adore my chocolates from Belgium as much as I do my beers. Have often thought of making it a point of focus for a post, but have given my hints here and there on other fabulous treats.
It will have to last long enough for me to take a photo at least
xx