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...
Craft beer in Malta has evolved over the years. From early experimental batches to a thriving brewery culture, the scene has grown, and so have expectations around quality, freshness, and accessibility. At Lord Chambray , we’re proud to continue leading that evolution by bringing our core range into cans. This isn’t just a packaging change. It’s a quality upgrade. We strive to make sure our product is the best it can be for our loyal customers here in Malta, so find out why we’re making out latest shift. Why Cans Make Sense for Craft Beer For years, some drinkers associated cans with mass-market lagers. But modern craft brewing has changed that perception entirely. Here’s why cans are the smart choice: 1. Protection From Light Beer is sensitive to UV light. Exposure can cause “skunking,” altering flavour and aroma. Cans block 100% of light, whereas bottles, even brown ones, do not. In sunny Malta, that matters, especially when you’re planning beers at the beach, or over a BBQ. 2. Bette...