Craft Beers
Dive into the world of Andalusian Craft Beers!
At Bodegas de Andalucía, your go-to portal for Andalusian wines, we also celebrate our land's vibrant craft beer scene. If you're a beer lover eager to discover new flavors, you've come to the right place. Here we tell you all about this fascinating world.
What defines a craft beer?
Unlike industrial beers, craft beers are made in small quantities, with special care in the selection of ingredients and a more artisanal production process. This results in:
- Greater variety of styles: From refreshing Lagers to intense IPAs, Stouts, Pale Ales and many more, the universe of craft beers is immense.
- Unique and innovative flavours: Craft brewers experiment with local ingredients, such as honey, fruits or spices, to create surprising and original flavours.
- Superior quality: By using premium ingredients and more careful brewing processes, craft beers offer a more complete sensory experience.
Popular styles: Types of craft beers
The variety of styles in craft beers is wide, reflecting the creativity of the brewers and the richness of the ingredients used. Below are some of the most notable styles in this fascinating beer universe.
IPAs and Session IPAs
IPAs (India Pale Ales) are known for their intense aroma and hop flavor. Their bitterness and citrus notes have made them a favorite among beer lovers.
Within this style, Session IPAs offer an alternative with lower alcohol content, allowing you to enjoy their aromatic profile without excess. They are light and refreshing, ideal for long tasting sessions.
Pale Ale and Amber Ale
Pale Ales are top-fermented beers that feature a balanced blend of malt and hops, providing a characteristic flavor that can vary from fruity to floral.
On the other hand, Amber Ales stand out for their amber color and more malty profile, featuring sweetness and caramelized notes that make them ideal for long tasting sessions. very pleasant to the palate.
Porter and Stout
Porters and Stouts are dark styles that surprise with their richness of flavor, offering notes ranging from chocolate, coffee and roasted malt.
Full-bodied Porter Stout
This sub-style is known for its creamy texture and robust flavor. It is characterized by a deep malt profile, which gives it a remarkable complexity in each sip.
Top-fermented Porter Stout
The top fermentations in these styles enhance the dark fruit and spice flavors, providing an extra dimension to the tasting.
Wheat Beers
Wheat beers are refreshing and light, with a fruity and spicy profile that makes them perfect for hot days. They are made mainly from wheat, providing a soft texture and a unique flavor.
Sour and Lambic
Known for their acidity and complexity, Sour and Lambic beers are often infused with fruit during their fermentation process, creating intriguing and distinctive flavors. These beers are on the rise among the adventurous of the beer world looking for novel experiences.
Lagers with unique personalities
Typically milder, lagers have been reinterpreted by many microbreweries. These beers can now present striking characteristics, offering flavor profiles ranging from herbal to spicy, making them an interesting counterpoint to more robust ales.
Andalusian Craft Beers: A flavor with its own character
Andalusia, land of sun, tradition and passion, is also becoming a benchmark in the production of craft beer. Our breweries, with their innovative spirit and the use of local ingredients, are creating beers that reflect the essence of our land.
What can you find at Bodegas de Andalucía?
On our website, we offer you a selection of the best Andalusian craft beers, made with top quality ingredients and great care. Discover these beer gems:
- 15&30 Blond Sherry Cask (€3.25): A blonde beer matured in oak barrels that previously contained sherry. With a bright golden colour, it offers aromas of wood, nuts and a hint of vanilla. On the palate it is smooth, with a slightly dry finish and a delicate hint of Sherry.
- 15&30 Dubbel Sherry Cask (€3.25): A Belgian-style beer with an Andalusian touch. Dark amber in colour, it has aromas of caramel, spices and dried fruit, with a subtle hint of Sherry. On the palate it is complex and malty, with a warm and persistent finish.
- IPA Sherry Cask (€3.85): An India Pale Ale with character. Deep golden in colour, it stands out for its citrus and floral aromas, with a background of wood and Sherry. On the palate it is bitter and refreshing, with a dry finish and a pleasant hoppy aftertaste.
- Guadalquibeer (€2.50): A Stout-style black beer, made with water from the Guadalquivir River. Deep black in colour, it has aromas of coffee, dark chocolate and liquorice. On the palate it is creamy and full-bodied, with a bitter and persistent finish.
- Volaera Rubia (€2.50): A refreshing and light blonde beer, perfect for any occasion. Pale gold in colour, it offers aromas of cereal and hops, with a floral touch. On the palate it is smooth and balanced, with a clean and refreshing finish.
Go ahead and try them all and discover your favourite!
Perfect pairings
Do you want to take your beer experience to the next level? We suggest pairings with Andalusian products:
- Cheeses: A classic pairing that never fails. Try an IPA beer with a cured sheep's cheese.
- Sausages: The perfect combination for an afternoon of tapas. Accompany a spicy chorizo with a dark beer.
- Fish: Surprise your palate with a blonde beer and a plate of fried fish.
Explore, discover and enjoy
We invite you to browse our website and discover the wide variety of Andalusian craft beers that we have for you. At Bodegas de Andalucía, we help you find the perfect beer for every occasion.
Cheers and enjoy!