Bières Légères en Alcool

Taras Boulba is a light lager, generously hopped with the finest aromatic hops, giving it a very refreshing character and a fragrance reminiscent of citrus. The nose offers delicate aromas of spices, malt, hops and lemon. You can even smell slight notes of cookies, caramel and a bit of vanilla. Taras Boulba has a blonde colour with white foam. In the mouth, you can feel the bitterness present. You can also taste notes of caramel and lemon. It is a beer full of character but also thirst-quenching and refreshing. The finale of the beer is dry. 

Though Taras Boulba has now become many people's favourite beer, it had a rough start. First, Taras Boulba beer was created only for the brewers and their friends. The brewers claimed that they were only drinking their other famous beer, the Zinnebir, and they needed something lighter. Thus, Taras Boulba was born. After only drinking it by themselves, the brewers decided to start selling Taras Boulba locally. The problem was that the bitter beers had not yet made their name in Belgium. Only De Ranke brewery, whose niche is bitter beers, was in the market. The brewers had to fight hard and talk a lot with local beer bars and pubs to get their beer out. Finally, their beer has not only become popular locally but also internationally. 

Like Taras Boulba, all the beers of brewery de la Senne are brewed in a traditional way: unfiltered, unpasteurized and without additives.

Taras Boulba is also the favourite beer of Beercrush creator Florian. 

History and origin of the Taras Boulba beer name. 

The name Taras Boulba refers to a novel written by Nikolai Gogol. The novel is the story of Taras Boulba, who goes with his two sons to war against the Polish. One of the sons is in love with a Polish girl. The son helps the girl get some food during the war. Once Taras finds out about this, he kills his son. The brewers use this as a reference to the struggle between Flemings and Walloons in Belgium. 

Want to know more about Taras Boulba beer? Here are some of the most frequently asked questions answered:

• What does the Taras Boulba beer label mean?

The Taras Boulba beer label is also related to the novel by Nikolai Gogol. On the label, you can see two men in front of a circus. A father and a son. The father is angry and holding a big barrel above his head, ready to throw it at his son while yelling "Smeirlap!". There is a comment on the label in the Brussels dialect. The comment states: "Behold, Taras Boulba is furiously angry. His son has married a Walloon!" The label is an interpretation of the novel, but with a Belgian twist reflecting the complicated relationship between Walloons and Flemings. 

• Where is Taras Boulba beer brewed?

Brewery de la Senne is located in Brussels near Tour & Taxis between Laeken and Molenbeek neighbourhood. Tour & Taxis is an old industrial site made up mostly of warehouses that now has been turned into a cultural site. Brewery de la Senne has their brewing spot and a bar there. You are always welcome to degustate their beers.

• What are the ingredients of Taras Boulba beer?

Taras Boulba is made of water, malted barley, noble hops, yeast and fermentable sugar. 

• How to serve Taras Boulba beer?

It is best to use a tulip-shaped beer glass for serving Taras Boulba beer. The tulip-shaped glass is perfect for IPA beers or hoppy beers as it allows the drinker to swirl the beer around the glass and release the full aromas. The ideal serving temperature is 5 degrees celsius. 

• What are other similar beers to Taras Boulba?

If you like hoppy beers, you should see our IPA beer collection. 

• Is Taras Boulba gluten-free?

No, Taras Boulba is not gluten-free. You can find a large variety of gluten-free beers available from brasserie 28. 

• What are some other beers brewed by la Senne brewery?

Some other famous craft beers by the Senne brewery are Zinnebir, Bruxellensis, Jambe de Bois, Stouterik and Saison du Meyboom, among many others.

Photo : brasserie de la Senne.

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The Soleil is a very hoppy white beer, it looks a lot like a white IPA. This is one of the finest successes of the brewery.

La Bicyclette is quite light and brewed with American hops and rye.

Tandem is a white IPA brewed with rye and Pacific gem, Citra and Chinook hops. Hops and rye contribute to the dry finish of the beer.

The bitterness is therefore more balanced and rather floral.

NoAH is the acronym for "No Amercan Hops", understand that the hops used are continental European hops and not American varieties.

La Passe-Partout is a dry and bitter beer with a lemony touch. It offers a nice length in the mouth for such a low alcohol beer.

Simplex is a beer for pilsners, it is very bitter but still easy to drink.

Blanche de Namur is a Belgian witbier that is the most famous beer of the Bocq brewery. The beer is known internationally due to winning many awards. It is undoubtedly one of the best white beers. Blanche de Namur is a low fermentation beer with an alcohol content of 4.5%. The beer is very thirst-quenching. 

It is truly a one of a kind beer. The brewery behind the beer has already over 160 years of tradition and brewing quality beers. 

On the eyes, you notice a blonde, slightly hazy colour. The head is white, thick and creamy. The cloudiness appears when the beer is cold but fades away when getting warmer. 

On the nose, you can notice aromas of banana, fruity hop notes, lemon sorbet and wheat. If you pay attention, you can also get notes of coriander and orange. 

In the mouth, you notice the beer gives away freshness and sweetness with a slight spiciness. It is very smooth, but you’ll also note a powdery consistency on the tongue. The Blanche de Namur is refreshing and sour. This craft beer has medium sweetness and low bitterness.

Though rather light, this beer is also very popular during fall and Christmas. 

History and origin of the beer name Blanche de Namur

Blanche de Namur was a beautiful woman that actually existed. She was the daughter of Count Jean de Namur. The story goes that the King of Sweden and Norway fell in love with the princess as her beauty was mesmerising. The king was on his way to France to find a suitable queen for him. Princess Blanche de Namur followed the king to Scandinavia in 1335, but never became the queen nor returned to her homeland. 

The beer's name is dedicated to the memory and beauty of this sweet princess. 

Want to know more about the Blanche de Namur beer? Let us answer the most frequently asked questions:

• Where is Blanche de Namur beer brewed?

The Bocq brewery is located in Prunode in Belgium. It belongs to the commune of Yvoir in the province of Namur. Fun fact, the brewery is located on a street called the brewery street. 

• What are the ingredients of Blanche de Namur beer?

The Blanche de Namur beer contains wheat and barley malt. 

• What are the variants of Blanche de Namur?

Though Blanche de Namur is the star beer of the brewery, there are a few variants of this beer. The other variants of the beer are Rosée, Apple, and Hop'N Spice. In the Rosée variant, raspberry juice has been added, and the alcohol level is lower. The variants are good as well, but let’s be honest, nothing can beat Blanche de Namur. 

• What kind of food can you accompany Blanche de Namur beer with?

The Blanche de Namur beer goes well with meat and fish dishes. You can also pair it with olives, fruit salads and even shellfish. 

• How to serve Blanche de Namur beer?

The best serving temperature is 5 degrees celsius. Though for tasting, between 2 ° and 4 °C works fine. The most important thing is to serve it cool, not cold, to fully enjoy the beer flavours. Blanche de Namur also has its own beer glass. It is a straight glass, which is perfect for light beers and allows a better grip. 

• What awards has Blanche de Namur won?

Blanche de Namur beer made its name famous worldwide due to the many awards it has won. For several years straight, Blanche de Namur won the silver medal in the Belgian Style Witbier at Australian International Beer Awards. At the same award show, the beer also won the bronze medal in the Other Wheat Beer category. The World Beer Awards named it the best white beer in the world in 2009 and Europe’s Best Belgian Style Witbier in 2012. The year 2012 was a very good year for Blanche de Namur as it also won the best white beer award at the Best Belgian Beer of Wallonia and got a bronze medal in the witbier category in Brussels Beer Challenge. 

• What are other similar beers to Blanche de Namur?

Blanche de Namur beer is a classic and unique beer. Nevertheless, you can look at other beers in the white beer category, and you’ll find some good choices. 

• Is Blanche de Namur beer gluten free?

No. If you are looking for a gluten-free beer, see the collection of brewery 28. They have many gluten-free beers available.

• What are the other beers by Bocq brewery?

Besides the famous Blanche de Namur, Bocq brewery made other delicious brews like the Deugniet and Saison 1858.  

Photo par brasserie Bocq.

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One of the best Belgian pilsners (if not the best) created with Belgian hops, it is unfiltered and unpasteurized in accordance with ancestral recipes.

Heavily hopped and very light in alcohol.

Orange in color and rich in fruity aromas due to its dry-hopping, which gives it notes of tropical fruits such as mango, pineapple or lychee.

Thanks to its low alcohol content, you can clearly perceive the bitterness and the expression of the flavors of Cryo Hops Ekuanot hops.

Découvrez la bière belge fruitée Lindemans Summerberry, brassée par Lindemans. Avec un taux d'alcool de 3.5%, cette bière fruitée est parfaite pour l'été.

Découvrez la bière belge fruitée Lindemans Pomme de la brasserie Lindemans, située en Belgique. Cette brasserie familiale, fondée en 1822 à Vlezenbeek, est connue pour ses bières fruitées telles que la Kriek, la Framboise et la Pomme. La Lindemans Pomme est une bière légère et rafraîchissante à la pomme.

Slightly acidic India Pale Lager beer.

Aromatic side (citrus, passion fruit, mango, etc.) and bitterness.

Low alcohol but it has a lot of body.

Découvrez la bière belge Lambicus Blanche de la brasserie Timmermans. Fondée en 1702 à Itterbeek, cette brasserie est la plus ancienne de Belgique. Parmi les bières les plus connues, on retrouve la Timmermans Kriek et la Timmermans Framboise. La Lambicus Blanche est une bière de style Lambic avec un taux d'alcool de 4.5%.

La bière belge Kriek de la brasserie Mort Subite est une référence en matière de bière fruitée. Fondée en 1686 à Kobbegem, cette brasserie historique est aujourd'hui située à Kortenberg. Parmi les bières les plus connues de la brasserie, on retrouve la Gueuze et la Kriek. La Kriek est une bière fruitée à base de cerises, avec un taux d'alcool de 4.0%. Découvrez la Kriek de Mort Subite, une bière belge incontournable.

La bière belge Hoegaarden est une blanche brassée par la brasserie du même nom, située dans la région flamande. Son origine remonte à 1445, bien que la versioin actuelle date du 20ième siècle. La brasserie propose également des bières telles que la Grand Cru et la Julius. La Hoegaarden est une bière légère avec un taux d'alcool de 4.9%. Aujourd'hui, la Hoegaarden appartient au groupe brassicole mondial AB Inbev et son fondateur a émigré aux Etats-Unis.

La bière belge Blanche de Bruxelles Rosé de la brasserie Lefebvre est une blanche légère et rafraîchissante arômatisée aux fruits rouges. La brasserie, située en Belgique, est connue pour ses bières telles que la Barbar, la Hopus et la Floreffe. La Blanche de Bruxelles Rosé a un taux d'alcool de 4.5%. C'est une version améliorée de la Blanche de Bruxelles qui est un classique.

La bière belge Floris Fraise de la brasserie Huyghe est une bière fruitée à 3.6%. La brasserie, située en Belgique, est connue pour ses bières telles que Delirium Tremens et La Guillotine. Découvrez également les autres bières de la brasserie Huyghe. La gamme Floris correspond aux bières fruitées. Il y en a pour tous les goûts.

Découvrez la bière belge Belle Vue Kriek Extra, brassée par la célèbre brasserie Belle Vue. Fondée en 1913 à Bruxelles, cette brasserie est connue pour ses bières fruitées. Parmi les plus connues, on retrouve la Belle Vue Kriek Extra. Avec un taux d'alcool de 4.1%, cette bière fruitée est un incontournable pour les amateurs de bières belges fruitées. La Kriek Extra affiche un goût de cerise encore plus prononcé.

It is a ginger beer, natural and refreshing. The ingredients are organic and expertly selected to create this spicy yet balanced beer.

Découvrez la bière belge fruitée Lindemans Cassis, brassée par Lindemans, une brasserie familiale située en Belgique depuis 1822. Parmi les bières les plus connues de la brasserie, on retrouve la Lindemans Kriek et la Lindemans Framboise. Avec un taux d'alcool de 3.5%, la Lindemans Cassis est une bière fruitée à découvrir.Bière à base de lambic goût cassis de la brasserie Lindemans.