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Becoming a Brewer in Europe
Culture

Becoming a Brewer in Europe

Explore the training, careers, and opportunities to join the brewing industry, from production operator roles to specialized engineering degrees.

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Gratinated Whiting with Chimay
Gastronomy

Gratinated Whiting with Chimay

Discover how to create a refined Belgian dish combining Chimay cheese, whiting, and asparagus for a perfect land-and-sea harmony.

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Jean De Clerck and Chimay Abbey
Brewer Portraits

Jean De Clerck and Chimay: The Alliance of Science and Brewing Faith

Discover how Jean De Clerck, the father of modern brewing microbiology, and Father Theodore revolutionized Belgian beer with Chimay.

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Reducing Energy Costs and Carbon Footprint
Culture

How Breweries Can Reduce Their Energy Bill and Carbon Footprint

Discover practical solutions and technologies for breweries to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions, from heat recovery to solar panels and waste valorization.

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Benoît Jason and Brasserie Minne
Brewer Portraits

Benoît Jason & Brasserie Minne: The Art of Craft Brewing in the Heart of the Famenne

Discover the remarkable journey of Benoît Jason, a passionate figure in the brewing industry and a champion of its convivial spirit.

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Mussel Cassolette with Orval
Gastronomy

Mussel Cassolette with Orval

Explore how to combine fresh mussels with the renowned Trappist beer Orval for a refined and flavorful Belgian dish.

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Beer News

Beer News July 2026: Breweries in Ferment

Between the loss of historic icons and strategic regional expansions, the Anglophone craft beer landscape is undergoing a major reshuffle. A closer look at the movements shaping the industry.

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Stavelot Abbey Beer
Beer News

A Light and Local Abbey Beer for Stavelot

Discover how Stavelot Abbey and Peak Beer brewery collaborated to create a light, local beer rooted in tradition.

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Duyck Brewery - Jenlain
Brewer Portraits

Jenlain: A Century of Bière de Garde

Discover the story of the Duyck family, who have perpetuated the tradition of Bière de Garde in Jenlain for over 100 years.

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Bière de Garde
Légendes Brewery
Brewer Portraits

Legendary Brewery: Where Belgian Folklore Comes to Life in Every Sip

Discover the story of Pierre Delcoigne, the chemical engineer turned master brewer, and how he merged the traditions of Ath's giants and Ellezelles' witches to create unique beers, from field to glass.

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Dupont Brewery
Brewer Portraits

Brasserie Dupont: Olivier Dedeycker, guardian of family tradition

Dive into the history of Dupont Brewery, discover the Dupont Saison, a global reference, and the key role of Olivier Dedeycker in preserving traditional brewing techniques.

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Saison Top fermentation
Beer Market News start of June 2026 - BrewDog acquisition and industry trends
Beer News

Beer News start of June 2026: Rationalization in UK and US

The US/UK market faces -4% decline while BrewDog's acquisition by Tilray and 21st Amendment's comeback redefine strategies. Plus: Athletic Brewing's +20% growth in alcohol-free.

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Saint Feuillien Brewery
Brewer Portraits

Saint Feuillien Brewery: Tradition and Innovation

Discover the history of this family brewery founded in 1873, iconic abbey beers like the Blonde and Brune, and its commitment to artisanal and independent brewing.

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Orval Beer
Brewer Portraits

Orval: Its Legend and the Jean-Marie Rock Adventure

Discover the millennial history of Orval Abbey, the secret of its unique beer with wild yeasts and characteristic dry hopping, and Jean-Marie Rock's key role in its modernization. A Trappist legend not to be missed.

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Brettanomyces Dry Hopping
Brasserie Lefebvre: Six generations dedicated to brewing excellence
Brewer Portraits

Brasserie Lefebvre: Six generations dedicated to brewing excellence

Discover the story of Brasserie Lefebvre, where six generations have preserved unique brewing expertise, blending tradition, innovation, and sustainability.

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Grégory Verhelst and Rulles Brewery
Brewer Portraits

Rulles Brewery: 26 Years of Hop Passion

Discover the story of Grégory Verhelst, pioneer of exceptional hops in Belgium, and his iconic Gaume brewery. Recognized brewing expertise and unstoppable passion.

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Pierre Gobron and Lupulus Brewery
Brewer Portraits

Pierre Gobron: From La Chouffe to Lupulus

Discover the remarkable journey of Pierre Gobron, the Ardennes brewer behind two success stories.

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Delirium Café exterior
Places

Joël Pêcheur: The Man Who Created Delirium Café

Discover the story of the visionary who built the world's most famous beer bar, breaking records and inspiring beer lovers globally. From Brussels to Tokyo, Delirium Café is a temple of beer diversity.

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Alcohol-Free Beers
Trends

The Rise of Alcohol-Free Beers

Explore how brewers are innovating to craft flavorful alcohol-free beers, with standout examples like Fugu Brewing's Cosmos IPA.

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Pastry Beers
Trends

Pastry Beers: The Sweet Art of Brewing

Discover how these dessert-inspired beers are revolutionizing the brewing world with their rich, sweet flavors.

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Decoding keys of a beer
Culture

The Keys to Decoding a Beer

Discover the link between a beer's production parameters and its taste. Learn how malting, fermentation, and other steps influence organoleptic qualities.

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Top 10 most expensive beers
Ranking

Top 10 Most Expensive Beers

Discover the rarest and most expensive beers in the world. Unique recipes and fascinating stories behind each bottle.

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Brewing kit
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Brewing kit

A brewing kit for less than 200 euros.

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Best American Breweries
Ranking

Top 10 Best American Breweries

Discover the most innovative and aromatic American breweries, from California to Michigan.

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Beef Carbonnades with Gueuze
Gastronomy

Beef Carbonnades with Gueuze

A comforting Belgian recipe where gueuze meets gingerbread and dark chocolate.

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The Stoemper
Culture

The Stoemper, Lambic's Forgotten Tool

Dive into the history of lambic and this iconic tool used to sweeten beer to taste.

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Explore the geographical locations of our favorite breweries and iconic beer spots.

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Discover beer festivals near you, all across Europe and the United States.

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📓 My Tasting Journal

Record your tastings with autocomplete assistance, edit your entries anytime, and send your selection to the Sommelier or the Nugget Finder for personalized suggestions.

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🎩 Your Virtual Sommelier

Ask for recommendations, describe your tastes, or ask anything about beer. Your personal expert is ready.

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🧭 The Nugget Finder

Unlike the Virtual Sommelier who chats with you, this tool mathematically compares the aroma profile of your favorite beers against our database to uncover similar hidden gems. Enter the name of a well-known beer and click "Add". Add 2-3 more of the same style. Click "Get my recommendations". Wait 30 seconds and it's ready.

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🌌 The Flavor Explorer

Every beer is a star. Horizontally, from light & crisp to rich & malty. Vertically, from round & sweet toward the dry, tart & funky. The closer two stars sit, the more alike they taste.

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The Art of Tasting

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🧠 Quiz: Test Your Knowledge!

Learn while having fun with our interactive beer quiz.

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🏭 Brewery Tycoon: Build Your Dream Brewery!

Dive into the world of brewing with our interactive Brewery Tycoon game. Manage resources, expand your brewery, and become a beer mogul!

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