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...
This spring, something special is brewing in Gozo, and it’s not just the sunshine. We’re thrilled to introduce Hop Crossroads , a bold and refreshing American Brown Lager born from an exciting collaboration between Lord Chambray and none other than Pete Slosberg , the man who quite literally brewed a new chapter in beer history. This exclusive beer is on tap only , and trust us, you’re going to want to be find somewhere to taste it. A Craft Beer Legend Comes to Gozo If you know craft beer, you probably know Pete’s Wicked Ale , one of the defining beers of America’s craft beer boom in the '80s. Pete Slosberg, the co-founder of Pete’s Brewing Company in 1986, is credited with creating the American Brown Ale , a style that blends malty richness with assertive hops. A true pioneer, Pete helped shape the craft beer movement in the U.S., and later became a certified beer judge, travelling the globe to support the next generation of brewers. We met Pete while judging at international bee...