Taste and color: the choice between filtered and unfiltered beer
Beer lovers are divided into two categories: some believe that there is nothing better than filtered beers, while others believe that only unfiltered beers are truly delicious. As always, the truth is somewhere in the middle, but there really is a difference between filtered and unfiltered beer, and not just in taste.
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As a rule, the process of making drinks of the same family, both filtered and unfiltered, is the same in the first stages. Purification allows to remove the sediment formed during the fermentation process, and the number of such filtrations is left to the brewer's discretion - depending on the recipe and the desired final result.
Filtered beer undergoes 2 to 3 levels of purification, including filter carton, which removes even the smallest "garbage" from the drink. Unfiltered beer also passes through special equipment, but only once, and the degree of purification is low.
Pros and cons of filtering
The main argument in favor of purification is the versatility and predictability of the final product. Filtered beer does not give off offensive flavors, because all living bacteria and yeast cells are removed from it as much as possible, it is stored longer and is guaranteed to meet all the expectations of customers.
The situation with unfiltered beer is more complicated. As a rule, it is not suitable for mass distribution, it is highly sensitive to temperature changes because it contains live yeast, it loses flavor and aroma rather quickly even if all the storage conditions are observed. To put it simply, unfiltered beer is a perishable product that must be treated with great care.
But that, according to connoisseurs, is its main advantage. Unfiltered beers are more "alive" and therefore healthier for the body. Studies confirm this - the content of vital vitamins in unfiltered beer is 10 times higher than in processed beer.
It is impossible to say unequivocally which beer is better - both beers have their advantages. Fans of filtered beer note a variety of varieties and a long shelf life, unfiltered beer - the benefits for the body and a richer taste. At Lambic Beer Restaurant, we offer you to try both variants and make your own choice. Or find your favorite drink of each family to get the maximum benefits and enjoyment. We offer hundreds of varieties from the best Belgian producers, and we'll help you find a beer that's sure to please your palate. Come on in!
That's the base: what kind of beer the zoomers drink and what Kraft has to do with it
What is cringe to some is Spanish shame to others. With the beginning of a new era, not only language changes — fashion, interests and, of course, tastes change. Including beer. We wondered what kind of beer people of different generations prefer, whether the fashion for craft beer among millennials is still alive, and what the Zoomers like. Who likes what kind of beer It turns out that the theory of generations, which was proposed by Americans William Strauss and Neil Howe, works in the field of food. The year of birth directly affects what food, drinks and lifestyle a person chooses. The following picture emerges for beer: — Generation X — those born between 1965 and 1979 — are beer traditionalists who choose the classics that have been tried and tested over the years, both imported and domestic; — Millennials — children of the eighties and early nineties — drink mostly imported beers, and craft — still; — Zoomers — born after 1996 — are more health-oriented, so they don’t drink much beer. But if they do drink beer, they drink trendy drinks — fruit and tomato varieties, as well as beer smoothies. What’s on trend The beer industry has seen several consistent trends in recent years, and these trends are expected to be with us into 2025. Let’s take a closer look at what beer lovers can expect in the new year. First of all, imported beer will return to us. After sanctions were imposed, some brands left the market, and the share of foreign beer decreased to 7% of the total volume. Now imported beer is experiencing a new wave of popularity in our country, the former demand for it is returning, which means that there is hope for the appearance of familiar labels in stores. Non-alcoholic beer is still in fashion, and the reason for this is the fashion for a healthy lifestyle. Significant funds have been poured into advertising of beer without degrees, even Olympic champions support popular brands of non-alcoholic beer. According to statistics, sales of non-alcoholic beer have increased by more than 20% in the past year, and this is probably just the beginning. And, of course, unusual flavors were and still are in trend. Craft breweries are still at the top of their game — vegetable, tomato and mushroom gose, unusual fruit and berry drinks, and «soupy» flavors like tom yam are at the peak of popularity. No matter how old you are or what kind of beer you prefer, there’s sure to be a drink you’ll love at Lambic. And also in our beer restaurants — a wide choice of dishes, quality service and always cozy atmosphere. We are waiting for you!
20 December 2024
Holiday with Christmas beer flavor: we tell you what is Christmas beer
New Year’s Eve is associated with bubbles of sparkling wine, the cold season in general — with warming mulled wine, and Christmas, especially in the countries of the victorious foam — with the taste of Christmas beer. Not everyone in Russia knows about this Western tradition, and not everyone has tasted real Christmas beer. We fill the offensive gap and tell you what Christmas beer is, how to drink it and what to combine it with. A bit of history Christmas beer appeared in pre-Christian Scandinavia — Vikings brewed an unusual winter drink for the Yule holiday, which took place at the end of December. Beer was considered a gift to the Scandinavian gods, so its consumption was an obligatory item of the holiday program. In the Middle Ages Christmas beer was also loved in Europe — Germany, France, Belgium and England. Everywhere it was prepared in different ways, but it was always based on seasonal beer, usually strong and dense ale, which was brewed in monasteries and abbeys. In the XVIII century Christmas beer together with the Scandinavians emigrated to the USA, in the beginning of the XX century it gained commercial status, and in 1975 it got a new and permanent popularity thanks to Anchor Brewing Co, which released a special drink for Christmas holidays. And today Christmas beer is known and loved in many countries — for example, in Denmark its annual release is accompanied by a national holiday called J-Day. Features of Christmas beer Christmas beer is a strong, dark and spicy beer that has a rich consistency, sweet notes in the taste and a warming aftertaste. It both gives a sense of festivity and warms you up in the cold season as well as mulled wine. Brewers often add spices to Christmas beer — nutmeg, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, orange and lemon zest. A prime example of a Christmas beer is Delirium Christmas from the Belgian brewery Huyghe. It is a strong amber ale with an aroma of fruit, spices and caramel malt, as well as a bright spicy taste with a bittersweet aftertaste. Perfect for winter! Christmas beer is best served chilled to 7-15 degrees, not in straight beer glasses, but in rounded glasses, as for wine. The ideal gastronomic pairing for the drink will depend on the variety, but the universal choice will be grilled meat, oven-baked vegetables, chocolate and creamy desserts. Looking for a place to try an authentic Christmas beer? Come to Lambic! Our beer restaurants offer a huge selection of quality beer from all over the world and delicious food that will be a perfect accompaniment to your favorite drink. Come — we will find something to surprise you!
20 December 2024