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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...
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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.

Lord Chambray, Maltese brewery with team members at work, showcasing local job creation

2. Celebrate the Unique Flavours of Malta

Lord Chambray’s beers are brewed with a Maltese twist. Using local ingredients and brewing techniques that reflect Malta’s beers distinctive character, each sip offers a taste of our island’s unique flavours. Take the popular Prickly Pear IPA, for example—a craft beer made with prickly pear fruit sourced right here on the island. Gifting or serving Lord Chambray means bringing the authentic taste of Malta to your holiday celebrations.

Prickly Pear Juicy IPA

3. Eco-Friendly Choices with Reduced Carbon Footprint

Choosing local products is a fantastic way to reduce your carbon footprint. Lord Chambray minimizes environmental impact by sourcing ingredients locally wherever possible, reducing the need for long-haul transportation. When you support Maltese businesses like Lord Chambray, you're also making an eco-friendly choice this Christmas. Every bottle bought locally means fewer transport emissions, and Lord Chambray’s reusable packaging options can make your holiday season even greener.

Recyclable Christmas Gifting Packaging

4. Add a Maltese Touch to Holiday Gatherings

Planning a holiday get-together? Lord Chambray’s beers make a unique addition to any Christmas table. Local beers are a fantastic conversation starter, and Maltese craft beers offer unique flavours that complement a range of foods, from festive platters to traditional Maltese dishes. Lord Chambray even offers party kegs — perfect for serving fresh beer to friends and family, while supporting local craft brewers.

5. Perfect Gifts for the Craft Beer Lover

Lord Chambray offers a variety of holiday-ready products perfect for gifting. From mixed beer boxes to tasting kits and even tour vouchers, their gift range caters to every type of beer enthusiast. For the beginner, try the Beer-ginner 3-Pack complete with a half-pint glass, or opt for The Craft Beer Collection for a more experienced beer connoisseur. These are beautifully packaged, thoughtful gifts that showcase Malta’s growing craft beer scene and offer your loved ones an experience they can savour well beyond Christmas.

3-pack Lord Chambray craft beer gifts

6. Preserve Maltese Heritage and Craftsmanship

When you buy from Lord Chambray, you support a business dedicated to Maltese heritage and quality craftsmanship. Brewing craft beer is a mix of art and science, and Lord Chambray has perfected this balance by focusing on quality, authenticity, and Maltese culture. This Christmas, celebrate Malta’s brewing tradition by choosing locally brewed beer that showcases the best of our island’s heritage.

Kegging process at Lord Chambray, showcasing Maltese craftsmanship in brewing

7. Strengthen Community Connections

Christmas is all about community, and what better way to celebrate than by supporting local businesses? Every Lord Chambray purchase is a nod to the people who work hard to create quality products for their community. As you raise a glass this holiday season, know that you’re not only enjoying a great beer but also strengthening the fabric of the Maltese community. It’s a simple, impactful way to make the season more meaningful.

Lord Chambray staff members, celebrating the Maltese community

Conclusion

This Christmas, support local by choosing Maltese businesses like Lord Chambray. Whether it’s a unique gift pack, a beer-tasting experience, or a party keg for your gathering, Lord Chambray offers quality, craftsmanship, and a distinctly Maltese touch. Make this season a celebration of local flavours and community spirit.

Cheers to Christmas, from Gozo!

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