This time this is not a beer that I tasted on holiday. I was getting sick of writing about beer without actually drinking any. So, here we go. Now for this beer I decided to treat myself to the branded glassware...because I wanted the pictures to look good but also because I have started collecting branded glassware as well now. My wife still doesn't know about this new collection mainly due to the fact I have got it in a cupboard in the garage and our garage is too cold for her to venture in to.
Maredsous 6- 6%- Abbaye- Duvel Moortgat Brouwerij
The Backstory
Maredsous has been brewed by Duvel Moortgat Brewery since 1963. Apparently the original recipe for the Maredsous 6 has been around since 1949 and it was an amber beer. However, it seems that this original recipe has been improved upon since it has been brewed by Duvel Moortgat.
The Appearance
The bottle is good. Nice labelling and a good branded bottle top to it. As a brand it looks good. It particularly looks good in the branded glassware, which does not disappoint in terms of looks. The stem of the glass is embossed with the words 'Benedictine Tradition' and the rim is painted with a golden paint. This is what I love about Belgian beers...the art and prestige. The beer itself is a dark blonde...more like an amber to my eyes. The head is fine bubbled and thick. It does eventually start to fold slightly, but is maintained by a really strong flow of effervescence. Maredsous is surprisingly lively.
The Smell
To smell, Maredsous is surprisingly sweet. It has a noticeable spice and hop, but overall I can smell sugars in it.
The Taste
There is a hint of spice...but not as much as you get from the smell. It is a smooth drink and it goes down very well. It sparkles across the tongue and does leave a fresh 'natural' flavour in your mouth. By natural I mean, fresh and scented. I could imagine drinking this in the garden on a hot summers day. I should have tasted this a couple of months ago. Damn.
Overall
I lovely refreshing Belgian blonde beer. It is slightly on the dark side of blonde but that doesn't stop it from being delicious. I would also say it was definitely worth getting the glassware for this beer. Would I drink again...yes, but I will wait for a hot summers day to do so.
Maredsous 6- 6%- Abbaye- Duvel Moortgat Brouwerij
The Backstory
Maredsous has been brewed by Duvel Moortgat Brewery since 1963. Apparently the original recipe for the Maredsous 6 has been around since 1949 and it was an amber beer. However, it seems that this original recipe has been improved upon since it has been brewed by Duvel Moortgat.
The Appearance
The bottle is good. Nice labelling and a good branded bottle top to it. As a brand it looks good. It particularly looks good in the branded glassware, which does not disappoint in terms of looks. The stem of the glass is embossed with the words 'Benedictine Tradition' and the rim is painted with a golden paint. This is what I love about Belgian beers...the art and prestige. The beer itself is a dark blonde...more like an amber to my eyes. The head is fine bubbled and thick. It does eventually start to fold slightly, but is maintained by a really strong flow of effervescence. Maredsous is surprisingly lively.
The Smell
To smell, Maredsous is surprisingly sweet. It has a noticeable spice and hop, but overall I can smell sugars in it.
The Taste
There is a hint of spice...but not as much as you get from the smell. It is a smooth drink and it goes down very well. It sparkles across the tongue and does leave a fresh 'natural' flavour in your mouth. By natural I mean, fresh and scented. I could imagine drinking this in the garden on a hot summers day. I should have tasted this a couple of months ago. Damn.
Overall
I lovely refreshing Belgian blonde beer. It is slightly on the dark side of blonde but that doesn't stop it from being delicious. I would also say it was definitely worth getting the glassware for this beer. Would I drink again...yes, but I will wait for a hot summers day to do so.