Eggens Wheat Wine 33cl

Eggens Wheat Wine 11.5% is a powerful and complex beer that puts a unique and bold twist on the traditional barley wine style by using a significant proportion of wheat. This beer, brewed by Eggens Brewery, is a testament to their craftsmanship and creativity in brewing innovative and high-quality beers.

Flavour and Aroma

Eggens Wheat Wine has a rich and full flavour profile characterised by a harmonious balance between sweetness, fruitiness and a slight spiciness. The flavour offers notes of honey, caramel, ripe banana and a subtle hint of spices such as coriander and cloves. The alcohol provides a warming finish, while the wheat adds a soft, creamy texture. The aroma is complex and inviting, with scents of ripe fruit, spices and a hint of vanilla.

Ingredients

This beer is brewed with a careful selection of high-quality malts and a significant proportion of wheat, contributing to its unique flavour and texture. Hops are used in moderation to add a subtle bitterness that balances the sweetness of the malt. Specific yeast strains contribute to the fruity and spicy aromas that characterise this beer.

Brewing process

The brewing process of Eggens Wheat Wine 11.5% is complex and detailed, with a long boiling time to increase the concentration of sugars and develop a deeper colour and flavour. Fermentation takes place at controlled temperatures to achieve the desired flavour profiles, followed by a longer maturation period to allow the flavours to integrate and soften. The addition of wheat gives the beer a full body and a unique, creamy texture.

Serving suggestions

Eggens Wheat Wine 11.5% is a versatile beer that goes excellently with rich and savoury dishes. It goes well with roasted meats, game dishes, and mature cheeses. It also pairs perfectly with desserts such as fruitcake or a cheeseboard. This beer is ideal to enjoy on special occasions or to finish a meal.

Eggens Groningen

Eggens Brewery is a relatively young but now well-known brewery based in Groningen. Founded by beer lover Martijn Eggens in 2017, the brewery has quickly made a name for itself with a wide range of craft beers. Martijn Eggens started his adventure as a hobby brewer in his own kitchen, but soon his passion grew into a serious venture.

The brewery is known for its innovative and high-quality beers, which are brewed using a combination of traditional techniques and modern flavours. Eggens Brewery offers a diverse range of beers, ranging from classic styles such as blond, double, triple and IPAs to more experimental brews with unique ingredients and flavour combinations. The emphasis is always on quality and craftsmanship, which can be tasted in every sip.

One of Eggens Brewery's hallmarks is its focus on local collaboration. Ingredients are sourced locally as much as possible, and the brewery often collaborates with other Groningen businesses and organisations. This not only strengthens the local community, but also contributes to the sustainability of the production processes.

Eggens Brewery's beers have already won several awards at both national and international beer competitions. This is testament to their consistent quality and ability to innovate within the rapidly growing craft beer market.