Full-bodied red beers
#Intriguing beers are striking in the contrast between their creaminess, bitterness, and complexity. They are elegant and drinkable despite their intense body, with new characteristics revealed in every sip.
What makes a beer #INTRIGUING?
Creaminess
Thick, full-bodied beers that delicately coat the palate with their “shape”.
Complexity
Complex beers, rich in toasted and caramel notes. In the mouth, the strong sweet flavors are balanced by a slightly bitter edge.
Bitterness
Their characteristic bitterness makes for an intriguing drink!
Alcohol
Beers with an assertive, yet not overbearing presence of alcohol, usually greater than 6.5% ABV.
Color
Amber, Dark amber, Red, Dark red
Aromas
Grains, Caramel, Toasted
How to enjoy an #INTRIGUING beer
Ideal Temperature
9° – 12°
Ideal Glass
Tulip glass. The tulip shape allows the hands to warm the glass so that the full evolution of the beer’s aromas can be expressed as one drinks.
Food Pairings
Red meat
Mild aged cheese
Expert advice
To fully appreciate these beers they must be “courted”. Sip them slowly in order to enjoy the evolution of their aromas as their alcohol content increases slightly. You’ll soon discover how irresistible they can be.
Special Ingredient: caramel malt
Caramel malt is made by cooking the malt at high temperatures. Malt (obtained from germinated grains) is a typical ingredient in beer. In the oven, the malt’s sugars caramelize, thus making the beer sweeter and creamier.