Extra 4 is a beer that, with its 4.8% alcohol content, is one of the low-alcoholic brews in the Belgian context. What is considered good or even high average elsewhere is at best mild in Belgium. The cool blonde makes up for its lack of revs (by Belgian standards) with a plus in flavor and is the perfect summer beer thanks to its refreshing and light character.
The creation flows into the glass in a rich cloudy corn gold and is crowned with a good quantity of white, dense-pored foam. Due to the second fermentation in the bottle, the beer has a sparkling carbonic acid that feeds the head of foam and transports an irresistible scent upwards. Notes of sun-ripened malt, freshly grated citrus zest, cloves, floral hops and white pepper fill the air and invite you to drink. The flavor profile is a subtly balanced composition of light-footed hops and soft grain. Delicate caramel notes and pithy hints meet juicy citrus fruit, warm spices and flowery hops on the palate, which at the same time delivers a moderate bitterness. Overall, Extra 4 is a harmonious beer that quenches and invigorates thirst.
The fine drop can be served as an aperitif before a nice meal or as an accompaniment. Mediterranean dishes and grilled dishes go well with it.
St. Bernardus
