Category Archives: Belgian beer

Winner, Winner: Big Surprise Belgian Pale Ale

Posted on May 8, 2022 by Andy Farke

The Southern California Homebrewers Festival was held recently, and per tradition they had a style-focused competition. Each participating club could submit an entry for a bragging rights “best of show” beer…this year’s style of choice was Belgian Pale Ale. My … Continue reading →

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The Simple Monk

Posted on March 4, 2022 by Andy Farke

We’re into the season of Lent on the liturgical calendar, often observed through simple food choices or abstinence from dietary pleasures like chocolate and alcohol. Although I won’t go quite so far as to give up beer for the season, … Continue reading →

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Winter Dream Ale

Posted on December 26, 2021 by Andy Farke

I often make a special, small-batch beer for Christmas, something that’s rich and high alcohol and perfect for cold (southern California) evenings next to the fire. For the 2021 edition, I threw together a Belgian-style winter warmer. I wanted a … Continue reading →

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