Varia from the beer world

Koen Daalman - 23 December - 2025

Thuisbrouwen van een iconisch Westvleteren-bier (deel 1)

Homebrewing an iconic Westvleteren beer (part 1) 🍺 Why this beer is so special There is a beer that holds an almost mythical status among enthusiasts. Brewed by a Trappist monastery in Belgium, rarely available...

Koen Daalman - 10 December - 2025

Is Hofbräu the most important brewery in the world?

Is Hofbräu the most important brewery in the world? 🍺 Why one...

Koen Daalman - 28 November - 2025

What exactly is smoked beer?

What exactly is smoked beer? 🔥 A brief confession about smoke...

Koen Daalman - 11 November - 2025

How history has shaped the beer styles we drink today

How history has shaped the beer styles we drink today Beer is more than a thirst quencher; it is a cultural artifact, a technological experiment, and sometimes even a geopolitical commodity. In this extensive blog...

Koen Daalman - 04 November - 2025

Why Belgian Trappist Beer Is Considered One Of The Best Beers In The World

Why Belgian Trappist Beer Is Considered One Of The Best Beers In The World In this long dive, we take you into the world of Trappist beer, with special attention to the famous Scourmont...

Koen Daalman - 28 October - 2025

Why German beer is so special

Why German beer is so special In this narrative guide, I take you behind the scenes of something I love myself: German beer. This text is based on a report by DW Food, and I use insights and quotes from...