Skip to main content

How to taste craft beer, like a pro 🍻

There is a massive difference between drinking a beer, and tasting it. For starters, drinking a beer is what you do at a Maltese summer event, when it's scorching hot. Tasting, however, is a sensory experience. It's about slowing down, unlocking those hidden flavour notes, and understanding exactly what the brewer intended to create.  Tasting Guide to Master the art of Beer Tasting 1. The Setup: Glassware & Temperature Before you even think of opening a beer, you need to set the stage. Two rookie mistakes can ruin a premium craft, and thats drinking straight from the can, and serving it ice-cold.  The Glass: Pouring your beer into a glass releases carbonation and opens up the aromas. Reach for a proper glass and pour your beer allowing the liquid to breath and drive those aromatic notes straight to your nose with every sip. The Temperature: A good beer shouldn't be freezing cold. The extreme cold numbs the tastebuds and masks the flavours. It's recommended that your...
Post a Comment

Love on Tap - The White Waves White IPA Love Tale

  Love on Tap-The White Waves White IPA Love Tale


Greetings, Lord Chambray enthusiasts!

This Valentine's Day Special, we're thrilled to share a heartwarming love tale that goes beyond the ordinary as we unravel the love story behind an extraordinary beer, its flavour profile, and the perfect chocolate pairings that make it an ideal companion for the season of love. Picture this: two beers coming together in a serendipitous dance, forming a brew that's nothing short of magical – our very own White Waves White IPA.





The Love Story of White Waves White IPA

In the heart of Lord Chambray Brewery, a love story began to unfold. Two distinct beers, each with its own character and allure, found themselves drawn together by fate. The result of this union was nothing short of enchanting – the birth of White Waves White IPA.





Beer Description: White Waves is our unique interpretation of a beer style that defies clear definition – a spiced Belgian wheat beer abundantly hopped. Imagine an intense aroma of hops, featuring Mandarina Bavaria, Mosaic, Citra, and Columbus varieties, reminiscent of citrus and pine notes. The dry hopping process infuses the beer with a burst of these fragrances, resulting in a tantalising blend of citrusy and fruity flavours. This symphony of hops is perfectly balanced by the addition of wheat, coriander, and bitter orange peel, following the original Belgian beer recipe. The Origin Story: White Waves White IPA was first kegged and exclusively available on tap. Its introduction to the world was nothing short of astonishing; this brew quickly became a favourite among our patrons. The name "White Waves" was chosen with intention, capturing the imagery of the sea's white waves breaking into the rocks and stirring the seawater. It perfectly mirrors the refreshing and invigorating experience that this White IPA brings to every sip.




Chocolate Pairings for the Season of Love Now, let's talk about the perfect companions for our White Waves White IPA – chocolates! Here are some delightful pairings to elevate your Love celebration:








Dark Chocolate Truffles: The rich, bittersweet notes of dark chocolate complement the intense hop flavours of White Waves, creating a harmonious blend that's both decadent and refreshing.




Orange-infused Chocolate Bars:
The citrusy undertones of our White IPA find a perfect partner in the zesty burst of orange-infused chocolate, creating a vibrant and uplifting pairing. Sea Salt Caramel Chocolate:

The contrast of sweet and salty in sea salt caramel chocolates enhances the complexity of White Waves, accentuating its fruity and spicy elements.



Milk Chocolate-Covered Strawberries: The creamy sweetness of milk chocolate complements the wheat and coriander notes, offering a delightful balance that dances on the taste buds.






A Call to Craft Beer Love: As we celebrate this Valentine's Day, we invite you to shop online Craft Beer Shop | Lord Chambray Brewery Malta (lord-chambrayshop.com) while you indulge in the love story of White Waves White IPA. Share your White Waves moments with us on social media using #LoveWhiteWaves, and let's create a gallery of craft beer love that goes beyond the ordinary. Whether you're raising a glass with a loved one or treating yourself to the magic of craft beer, know that each sip of White Waves is a sip into the heart of our brewery. Here's to love, laughter, and the joy of sharing good times with great beer. Cheers, The Lord Chambray Team
Location: Gozo, Malta

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Top reasons to choose local this Christmas: why supporting Maltese businesses like Lord Chambray makes a difference

This Christmas, why not go local with your holiday shopping and gift-giving ? Supporting Maltese businesses doesn’t just mean getting unique, high-quality products; it’s also about strengthening our community, preserving local traditions, and celebrating the amazing creativity right here in Malta. Lord Chambray’s craft beers make perfect gifts for the beer lovers in your life and add a truly Maltese touch to any holiday gathering. 1. Support the Maltese Economy When you buy locally, you’re directly supporting the Maltese economy and contributing to local jobs. Malta’s business community thrives on local companies, just like us here at Lord Chambray, which brings people together over craft beer while creating opportunities for those passionate about brewing, beer and customer service. Every bottle sold helps keep local businesses running, which ultimately strengthens the economy and the community. 2. Celebrate the Unique Flavours of Malta Lord Chambray’s beers are brewed wi...
Post a Comment
Read more

Discover the Stories Behind Our Beer: Part 3 - Bold Flavours & More Global Adventures

If our core range is about home, and our collaborations and specials are about creativity, this next chapter is about all of that and more. At Lord Chambray , some beers are born to push boundaries: with bold ingredients, unexpected styles, and stories that stretch across continents. These cans invite you to travel further, taste deeper, and experience craft beer at full throttle, with designs made to match that feeling. Let’s explore some more of our beers that dare to be different, inside the can and out. Defrosting When summer heat feels like it could melt everything, Defrosting is the crisp relief you need. Brewed as a Cold IPA, it’s clean, hop-forward, and designed for scorching days. The label’s yellow rubber duck floating in cool water captures exactly what this beer delivers. It’s playful refreshment when you require it most, or, come to think of it, any time of year when you need to cool down! No Limit  Big and bold, No Limit isn’t shy about its strength. At 10% ABV, this ...
Post a Comment
Read more

Old vs New: How Time Changes Things at Lord Chambray

There’s something special about looking back. Not in a “things were better back then” way, but in the quiet realisation of how far you’ve come and why change was always part of the plan. At Lord Chambray, change hasn’t meant losing who we are. It’s meant refining it. Learning. Improving. Brewing better beer, in better ways, for the same people we’ve always brewed for; beer lovers, locals and travellers alike. Where It All Began Lord Chambray opened its doors in Gozo in 2014, at a time when craft beer in Malta was still finding its feet. Back then, the idea was simple: brew flavour‑driven beer inspired by the island we call home, and share it with a growing community of curious drinkers. The early days were hands‑on and experimental. Small batches. Big learning curves. Long conversations over pints poured straight from the source. The brewery and taproom quickly became more than a place to drink beer. It became a place to gather. Growth Without Losing the Soul Over the past decade, a l...
Post a Comment
Read more