Belgian beer in an unusual white bottle is known all over the world. This is the Delirium Tremens brand. More than once this beer was awarded with high awards and all sorts of praises, and in 1998 it was even officially recognized as the best beer in the world.
The origins of the name
To be honest, it wasn't the brewers who came up with the name Delirium Tremens. The meaning of the word in general does not have much in common with beer and would be more suitable for strong alcohol. In fact, this is what psychiatrists call nervous shaking syndrome, accompanied by delirium and hallucinations. It comes after an excessive absorption of alcohol and is called delirium tremens.
Belgian brewers who called the term drink seem to hint at a culture of drinking, ridicule rampant consumption, and at the same time warn about the consequences of inept handling of alcohol. Awesome label design also serves to heighten the effect.
Taste, color, characteristics
Acquaintance always begins with looking at the exterior. Perhaps this is the rational grain.
The first thing we will pay attention to when we first look at a bottle of Delirium Tremens beer is the bottle itself. It recalls the ceramic vessels of the work of the old Belgian masters, but in fact, of course, made of stained glass.
The neck of the bottle is wrapped in blue foil. The same blue color and the label. The funny decor of the sticker deserves special attention - an unprecedented beast jumps on it. Bacchanalia is definitely headed by a pink bump-elephant, and crocodiles and unknown birds complete the picture. It is generally accepted that all these are stages of the onset of hallucinations during delirium tremens, the first of which is an elephant. The manufacturer recommends stopping at it, and not reaching hitchhock monsters.
The history of beer "Delirium Tremens"
For the first time, Delirium Tremens beer appeared on the shelves in December 1989. Actually, then it was called not beer at all, but ale. Today's recipe is in compliance with the beer standard.
The place where beer is made is rather unusual. It was a brewery in the middle of the 17th century and since then has not stood idle almost never. In 1906, Leon Hoyge bought the brewery and gave it the name Brouwerij-Mouterij den Appel. The First World War, which took place along these edges, left its traces and after its completion Leon built a new building and renovated the old ones. By the way, the ancient brewery of the brewery works today. In 1938, the company received a new name - Leon Huyghe Ltd, under which it works to this day.
Brotherhood of the Pink Elephant
In 1992, an unusual partnership was founded in Belgium - the Brotherhood of the Pink Elephant. It included fans of this drink. Their main occupation is to glorify and propagate the variety of strong Belgian beer Delirium Tremens and some other varieties that are close in spirit to this in every way.
Production
Today, the Hauge Brewery owns the Campus Brewery, the monastery breweries Vieille Vieers, St. Idesbald and Damie.
2000 was a turning point in the life of the company. He was noted for carrying out large-scale works aimed at the reconstruction of the enterprise, updating facilities, installing new tanks for fermentation. The export market is expanding every year and today the annual sales volume of beer produced by the company, including Delirium Tremens, is 100,000 hectoliters.
Varieties of beer "Delirium" and packaging
It cannot be said that the Belgian brewery Höge produces a huge assortment of beer. However, all products produced by her are distinguished by excellent taste. It is accompanied by the expressive design and support of marketers.
For example, the Delirium beer is united by the pink elephant that we already know. The recipe remains classic too - these are the same three varieties of yeast in the base. In addition to the classic light "Tremens", the producer offers dark and red beer.
In addition to the classic white "ceramic" bottles, this line is also available in an unusual color container of cheerful colors. Beer lovers note that Delirium Nocturne has a stronger alcoholic taste compared to Tremens, has a rich dark amber color, and the taste has shades of chocolate and raisins. "Delirium Red" is a deep red color, sweet and sour taste, with obvious fruity notes, but a distinctive taste of beer. The strength of all three drinks is 8.5%.
It is generally accepted that it is better to drink light beer in the summer, and dark beer in the winter. There is some truth to this. For red beer "Delirium" in this case, the off-season is suitable - a time when fruit and berry aromas can fill the soul with joy.
In Europe, 0.33 liter bottles are more common. Along with them, half a liter are also used. The brewery also produces barrels for pubs and restaurants. Their volume is 5 liters.
Such a barrel can very effectively look at a youth party. And it can be a great gift for a fan of Delirium Tremens beer.
The description in words, of course, will not convey the entire depth of the wonderful taste of this beer. Therefore, if you have already tasted this drink, and now want to share your joy with loved ones, to please a birthday person or just bring a souvenir to your friends from a trip, pay attention to the following set.
It includes 4 half-liter bottles of Delirium beer, a large beer glass on the leg and a set of coasters. All this is packed in a charismatic suitcase and generously decorated with pink elephants.
Even ordinary factory crates, such as those in which most beer manufacturers pack their goods, look pretty good.
The signature box of Delirium Tremens beer is made of plastic of the same pleasant blue color as the bottle label. And, of course, pink elephants also ran through it.
Something for beer
Of course, even his most ardent admirers do not drink beer without anything. You always need some kind of addition: nuts, chips, salted fish ...
Classic beer snacks are in perfect harmony with Delirium Tremens beer. For example, it goes well with dried, salted or dried seafood: crabs, squids, anchovies, octopuses.
You can also serve such a beer to hot snacks. For example, it perfectly emphasizes the taste of baked or fried meat, barbecue, barbecue. Good with him and fish, especially cooked on the grill.
Like other beers, Delirium Tremens does not like overfilling from one container to another. Therefore, to make it taste fuller, and, of course, if the party format allows, drink it directly from the bottle. This beer is especially good when chilled, then the aroma seems more saturated, and the degree is not felt that way. If you drink beer in a restaurant or bar, and the atmosphere is obligatory, choose large-capacity glassware, pour the contents of the entire bottle immediately and enjoy.