The latest study from a medical university in China suggests that drinking beer in moderation can be really good for our gut health. As per the research, beer may be beneficial for one’s immune system as well, as many of its ingredients lead to bacteria growth that is good for the gut. Considering this newfound health benefit, and the prevailing hot humid weather, beer is certainly the most suitable partner to spend a refreshing and rejuvenating evening. To make it even more convenient for you, we have put together a list of some of the best beers that go along with a variety of snacks, and when consumed in moderation, give you the happy high you seek. Take a look:
Six Fields
One of the finest Indian beers, Six Fields is a range of Belgian-style wheat beer by Jammu-based DeVANS Modern Breweries, which boasts a distinct aroma, smoothest full-bodied flavor, and a rich hue. Infused with desi spices such as coriander, Six Fields comes in two variants – Six Fields Blanche with 4.5% abv and Six Fields Cult with 5.9% abv. While Blanche comes with a sweet wheat aroma and notes, Cult offers orange peel freshness with a tangy twist. Available in cans, bottles as well and 5 litre kegs, Six Fields has gained swift popularity in India as well as internationally. Six Fields Cult recently bagged the coveted silver medal in the DubbleWit category at the Brussels Beer Challenge.
Eight Finger Eddie
Eight Finger Eddie by Goa Brewing Co is another beer that has of late been the talk of the town. Named after one of the firstAmerican hippies to visit India, particularly Goa, Eight Finger Eddie is a double dry hopped oat cream ale, and sports strong flavor of tropical fruits. While the beer is brewed using hops from New Zealand and the US, the brewers further make use of Europe’s finest quality two-row malted barley. The manufacturers of the beer, however, claim that there are no defined traditions or rules that go behind the brewing of Eight Finger Eddie.
Godfather Super 8
This one is for beer lovers who prefer their drink to be the strongest. With 8% abv, the maximum permissible for beers in India, Godfather Super 8 is officially the strongest beer in the country. For the unversed, it is the latest variant of Godfather, one of India’s oldest homegrown strong beers, which has over the past few decades gained an iconic and celebratory stature. With notes of pale malt, coriander, and the choicest Indian malts along with German bitters as ingredients, Godfather Super 8 is believed to undergo a long-brewing cycle before hitting the market. The beer has bagged several awards at blind-tasting events.
Beeyoung
Touted as the country’s first crafted strong beer, Beeyoung is also considered laced with smooth citrusy goodness. With 7.2% abv, the beer is brewed using two-row barley, 100% sortex rice, and pristine water from Bhakra Dam. To begin with, the beer offers a malty taste, which gradually transforms into a fruity palate. Another unique factor about this beer is that instead of a 330 ml pint or 650 ml bottle, Beeyoung comes packed in a 500 ml pint, neither small nor too large.
Kotsberg Premium Pils
A winner of several awards and blind-tasting competitions in India and globally, Kotsberg Premium Pils is another exquisite offering from DeVANS. Comprising ingredients such as rice, German hops, and brewed barley, Kotsberg promises a malty-sweet flavour. The best part is that rice as an ingredient ensures that the beer is crisp and refreshing when it comes to the taste factor. With 4.5% ABV, this beer is the perfect partner for a happy evening.
