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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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The Art of Pairing: Mediterranean

Mediterranean cuisine is defined by it's simplicity. It doesn't hide behind heavy sauces, instead, it celebrates the vibrant acidity of a lemon squeeze, an earthy punch of herbs, or salt-kissed freshness of the sea. It's a cuisine built for sharing under the sun, and while wine has traditionally held the spotlight at the table, craft beer is the modern culinary companion the Mediterranean has been waiting for. 

At Lord Chambray, we believe that craft beer is far more than just a refreshing drink. There's so much more to it. Much like fine wine, the right brew can behave as a "flavour bridge", enhanving the nuances of a dish and turning a simple meal into an elevated experience. 

We want to share the "Sommelier's Secret" to beer pairing. It's all about balancing carbonation, bitterness and malt to complement the Mediterranean flavours.


Lord CHAMBRAY Beer


1. Grand Harbour (Session IPA) & Savoury Bites

Our Grand Harbour is a 3.9% ABV (Alcohol by Volume) Session IPA that's light and dry but packed with character. On the palate, you'll find a soft, biscuity flavour that teases the tongue with hints of fresh barley kernels. 

  • The Pairings: Pairs really well with fatty, rich, salty and savoury meals such as a roasted ham sandwich. The IPA also compliments charcuterie boards really well, or even local sheep milk cheese.
  • Why it works: The tropical fruit and citrus aromas provide a bright contrast to the saltiness of cured meats, while the crips finish ensures your palate is cleansed and ready for the next bite. 
Grand Harbour Beer


2. Blue Lagoon (Witbier) & Fresh Seafood

Blue Lagoon is Lord Chambray's classic 5.1% ABV Witbier, brewed with orange peel and coriander. It's the perfect Mediterranean beer to accompany any seafood meal. Effervescent, light and incredibly refreshing. 

  • The Pairings: Any fresh seafood recipe pairs very well with our Witbier. Fresh seafood, light grilled white fish or even citrus-heavy summer salads.
  • Why it works: The coriander and orange notes in Blue Lagoon act as a squeeze brightening flavours of the fish without overpowering its delivate texture. 
Witbier - Blue Lagoon

Whether you're hosting a dinner at home or visiting one of our Local Heroes, remember that a great dish deserves a proper beer alongside it. 

Ready to try it out yourself? Visit our online shop or stop by our Taproom in Xewkija to stock up on your core favourites. 

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Location: Xewkija, Malta

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