Beer tasting

If you are keen to learn the basics of beer tasting and be able to hold your own in a craft brewery, the Intro to Tasting Case is for you. There are many styles of craft beer and a world of different brews to discover, and this case will help take you from novice to pro while sampling a variety of great beers. We have selected some of the best examples of the key beer styles and included a tasting sheet to take you through how to taste each beer and what to look for. Craft beer tasting mixed case This case ties in to the styles in the  College of Craft - An Introduction to Craft Beer  course Beers included are some of the best examples of each style and selections will vary as we add in different style examples Comes with a handy tasting notes sheet with information on how to taste each beer and what to look out for Also useful for beer judges wanting to hone their tastebuds Makes a great gift for all levels of beer knowledge

Finding the right glass for your favourite beer is a task that should be taken very seriously, especially if you take your favourite beer very seriously. What better way to enjoy your beverage than in a branded glass from the people who bring you the best beer? Simply get your set, gather some friends, share a pint or two, and savour every moment. Set of 6 League of Beers branded tasting glasses Perfect for serving a variety of beers in tasting portions Black printed logo on the front Makes a great gift

Different styles of beer require different glasses to unfold their flavours effectively. These beer tasting glasses are made from high quality German crystal and are designed in collaboration with prominent breweries in the USA. Each of these three glasses is especially thin blown, with a delicate rim that enhances the beer's mouthfeel and taste. The beer-specific glass shapes also support the beer in releasing its full spectrum of aromas, delivering them to the nose.  Each tasting kit includes the following glasses: IPA: Ideal for IPAs, this glass is designed to showcase the complex and alluring aromatic profiles of American hop forward IPA beers, while preserving a frothy head, and enhancing taste and mouthfeel. Wheat Beer: Ideal for German wheat beer, Belgian white and wheat ale, the design of this tall glass accentuates the aromas and flavours naturally found in wheat beers. It is large in size, designed to hold volume and a fluffy head. Stout: This glass accentuates the roasted malt, rich coffee and chocolate notes that define the Stout beer style,while maintaining the functional design characteristics Spiegelau beer glassware has become known for.

The Spiegelau Craft Beer Glasses have been approved by an expert tasting panel of master brewers and industry professionals. Focusing on beer enjoyment, members of the tasting workshop tested multiple glass shapes to find the best glass for India Pale Ale, American Wheat Beer, Stout and Barrel Aged Beer. In the experts¿ opinion, the custom-shaped glasses successfully deliver the complexity of aromas on the nose while demonstrating the optimum beer texture, balance and flavor intensity on the palate. Staying faithful to the spirit of Bavarian artisan craftsmanship, we have created these unique, functional glasses to bring out the best in complex craft beers. Like our expert tasting panel, we believe that craft beers deserve crafted glasses. IPA glass - The glass has been developed in collaboration with two of the leading IPA brewers in the United States, Sam Calagione of Dogfish Head and Ken Grossman of Sierra Nevada. Achieved through a series of design and tasting workshops in which hundreds of possible designs were considered, the brewers ultimately and unanimously chose, by secret vote, one glass ¿ ¿number 6¿ ¿ from a final lineup of eight custom-made prototypes. Features: 100% high quality crystal glass Set of 4 glasses suited for the most the popular styles of beer 1X IPA Beer Glass - 540ml (for India pale ales IPAs, American IPAs etc) 1X Tulip Beer Glass - 440ml (for stouts, Belgian ales and styles, pilseners etc) 1X Wheat Beer Glass - 700ml (for German wheat beers ie Weiss, Witbier, wheat-ales etc) 1X Lager/Blonde Beer Glass - 560ml (for lagers, pale ales, English ales, blondes etc) Perfect for craft beer and IPA lovers Can also be used for other beer styles

The Vacuum Beer Stein's latching lid with steel inner lining keeps your beer safe from debris, carbonated and tasting great longer and most importantly, cold for up to nine hours. It is dishwasher safe and made from 18/8 stainless steel that is naturally BPA free. Vacuum insulation keeps beer cold 9 hours Latching lid keeps beer cold and carbonated for longer Steel inner lid means there is no plastic contact for your beer 18/8 stainless steel won't rust and is naturally BPA free Dishwasher safe

Set of 6 stemmed beer glasses Multi-purpose design can also be used for cocktails and other drinks Shape is uniquely designed to fully reveal the aromas and flavours of beer Fine rim for optimal comfort during tasting while keeping an incomparable resistance Dishwasher safe Capacity: 380ml

Arcoroc offers an extensive range of high quality and functional glassware to suit your every beverage need, be it hot or cold. The range is made using long lasting tempered glass, which makes it shock and heat resistant, but also able to retain heat when needed. The tempering doesn’t add any bulk to the glass either, which means each item has an elegant design. Set of 6 stemmed beer glasses Multi-purpose design can also be used for cocktails and other drinks Shape is uniquely designed to fully reveal the aromas and flavours of beer Fine rim for optimal comfort during tasting while keeping an incomparable resistance Dishwasher safe

Spiegelau combines over five centuries of hand craftsmanship and innovation with the most advanced modern glass making technologies to produce superb glasses that are ideally suited for today's world. These simple, clear and functional Weizen beer glasses enhance the look, aroma and flavour of the brew. Perfect tasting function Elegance Durability

Spiegelau combines over five centuries of hand craftsmanship and innovation with the most advanced modern glass making technologies to produce superb glasses that are ideally suited for today's world. These beautifully designed, classic and functional beer glasses enhance the look, aroma and flavour of any wheat brew. Perfect tasting function Elegance Durability

A Duvel Tripel Hop is at its best when you drink it in perfect conditions. Buy a Tripel Hop six-pack and chill them to a temperature of about 5°C. Slowly pour every blend in a clean, dry Duvel glass at room temperature. Taste the beer, enjoy it and compare it with the others. Taste the six Duvel Tripel Hop blends 6x 330ml Duvel Tripel Hop The perfect gift pack for any beer lover 

Beer Expertise brings you professionally designed glasses to enhance your beer tasting experience. The particular shape of these weizen glasses is perfect for serving light or white beers. Set of 2 weizen beer glasses Ideal for serving light or white beers Narrow base and flared mouth helps keep froth longer without overflow Flared neck gives a more efficient perception of aromas during tasting Made in Belgium Dishwasher safe

Beer Expertise brings you professionally designed glasses to enhance your beer tasting experience. The particular shape of these fluted glasses is perfect for serving low fermentation or fruity blonde beers. Set of 2 fluted beer glasses Perfect for serving low fermentation or fruity blonde beers Slender shape allows for better visibility of carbonation and enhances condensation outside the glass so the beer's colour can be seen clearly The narrow profile at the base with flared neck gives good head retention Flared rim contributes to a quicker and faster revealing of the aroma Made in Belgium Dishwasher safe

Beer Expertise brings you professionally designed glasses to enhance your beer tasting experience. The particular shape of these chalice glasses is perfect for serving intense, high fermentation beers, as it allows for an effective release of the full aroma. Set of 2 chalice beer glasses Perfect for serving hop-forward aromatic styles like IPAs Slightly narrowed rim captures the aroma and keeps it within the glass neck Stem helps to reduce thermal exchange, keeping the contents at a constant temperature Made in Belgium Dishwasher safe

Beer Expertise brings you professionally designed glasses to enhance your beer tasting experience. The particular shape of these flute glasses is perfect for serving low fermentation blonde beers. Set of 2 fluted beer glasses Perfect for serving low fermentation blonde beers Slightly curved shape allows for good head retention Flared rim contributes to a quicker and faster revealing of the aroma Made in Belgium Dishwasher safe

Beer Expertise brings you professionally designed glasses to enhance your beer tasting experience. The particular shape of these abbey glasses is perfect for serving intense, high fermentation beers, as it allows for an effective release of the full aroma. Set of 2 abbey style beer glasses Perfect for serving high fermentation beers, including double, triple and quadruple fermented Wide rim opening releases the full aroma Flared rim profile allows a firm froth head to develop Stem helps to reduce thermal exchange, keeping the contents cool Made in Belgium Dishwasher safe

Beer Expertise brings you professionally designed glasses to enhance your beer tasting experience. The particular shape of these tulip glasses is perfect for serving high fermentation beers with strong aromas. Set of 2 tulip beer glasses Ideal for high fermentation beers with strong aromas Bowl shape keeps and concentrates aromas towards the mouth and helps to create a thick head Stem reduces thermal exchange, keeping the contents cool Made in Belgium Dishwasher safe

Beer Expertise brings you professionally designed glasses to enhance your beer tasting experience. The particular shape of these bowl glasses is perfect for serving intense, dark beers. Set of 2 bowl shaped beer glasses Perfect for serving dark, aromatic beers like imperial stouts, old ales and browns where carbonation low Wide and narrowed neck captures and enhances complex aromas Stem helps to reduce thermal exchange, keeping the contents at a constant temperature Made in Belgium Dishwasher safe

Beer Expertise brings you professionally designed glasses to enhance your beer tasting experience. The particular shape of these chalice glasses is perfect for serving intense, high fermentation beers, as it allows for an effective release of the full aroma. Set of 2 chalice beer glasses Perfect for serving high fermentation beers with strong aromas Slightly narrowed rim captures the aroma Stem helps to reduce thermal exchange, keeping the contents at a constant temperature Made in Belgium Dishwasher safe

Whether you think of yourself as a bit of a craft aficionado, or you know you're not, but you'd really like to be, the Monthly Mixed Case is your best friend. Each month we choose a theme, and curate a collection of 6 different beers to fit the theme. We search high and low to bring you the best of the best, and the newest of the new, and we'll sometimes throw in a great old favourite, just for good measure. We even try to guide you through the process of beer tasting, to make the whole experience even better. Mixed case of 6 different beers, chosen individually every month and curated to a theme Case contains a mixed selection of 6, 12 or 24 beers. The 6 pack includes the 6 beers selected for the month, the 12 pack contains the 2 of each of the 6 pack beers selected for the month, and the 24 pack includes 4 of each beer selected for the 6 pack Will include a variety of beers, depending on what is available at the time To learn more about the beers in this month's case, click here

Whether you think of yourself as a bit of a craft aficionado, or you know you're not, but you'd really like to be, the Monthly Mixed Case is your best friend. Each month we choose a theme, and curate a collection of 6 different beers to fit the theme. We search high and low to bring you the best of the best, and the newest of the new, and we'll sometimes throw in a great old favourite, just for good measure. We even try to guide you through the process of beer tasting, to make the whole experience even better. Mixed case of 6 different beers, chosen individually every month and curated to a theme Case contains a mixed selection of 6, 12 or 24 beers. The 6 pack includes the 6 beers selected for the month, the 12 pack contains 2 of each of the 6 pack beers selected for the month, and the 24 pack includes 4 of each beer selected for the 6 pack Will include a variety of beers, depending on what is available at the time To learn more about the beers in this month's case, click here

Dragon Brewing Co’s Fiery Ginger Beer stands out in an ocean of craft beer, because it’s not a craft beer in the sense of barley and hops. It is, however, a traditionally brewed, craft beverage and it packs a serious gingery punch. Sweetness is tempered by the tang of the ginger, creating a very moreish balance. In essence, it's an alcoholic ginger beer, and we like it. A lot. Hazy, pale yellow colour No noticeable head (this is not a traditional beer) Strong ginger on the nose and the palate, good carbonation; a thirst quenching drink Rob Heyns' Tasting Notes: This is technically not a beer in the sense of something that is brewed with barley, hops, malt and water, but it is a delicious brew either way. Ginger already has a bittering quality, which makes it perfect for brewing something that is sweeter yet more refreshing than your regular lager. We selected this brew as it gives you some real variety and, like the hard cider producers, also deserves its space in the craft beer movement. Guys, we are warning you though, the ladies tend to love this style, and this beer might be finished before you get a chance to taste it if you leave it in the fridge for too long.

Finding the right glass for your favourite beer is a task that should be taken very seriously, especially if you take your favourite beer very seriously. What better way to enjoy your beverage than in a branded glass from the people who bring you the best beer? Simply get your set, gather some friends, share a pint or two, and savour every moment. Set of 6 League of Beers branded glasses A variety of glass shapes to suit different beer styles Includes 2 Bavarian glasses, 2 draught glasses, 1 palm stem glass, and 1 tasting glass Black printed logo on the front Makes a great gift

Metal Lane is a small brewery located in Kloof Street, Cape Town. It is constantly working on traditional and non-traditional styles of beer and brewing techniques, and strives to create the best possible tasting craft beer. Balances and refreshing pale ale Aroma of stone fruit and grapefruit Simcoe and Citra hops

As fresh as the Atlantic Ocean’s breeze, Jack Black's brings you their first weiss brew. This Hefeweizen style beer has a fresh and flavourful taste, with a medium body. Due to its unfiltered nature, you’ll find some seriously rich, soft fruit aromas. Thick and creamy head Rich yet gentle fruit notes on the nose Refreshing flavour and medium body Mixed Case Tasting Notes: @TastingLeague: @JackBlackBeer Appearance: Hazy gold with a creamy head. Aroma: Typical fruity weiss notes with a subtle spiciness. Flavour: Rich yet refreshing fruit flavours with a dry and subtle spicy finish. Mouthfeel: Rich and creamy. Overall: This might just be one of the most refreshing beers we’ve had in some time. Great stuff from Jack Black and their new facility. Where to drink: At a Food Truck Friday at Jack Black’s new home in Cape Town.

Mikkeller's style of brewing is considered to be unique, since many of its beers are experimental with novel tastes. Mikkeller is a microbrewery founded in 2006 in Copenhagen and the company does not operate an official brewery but rather collaborates with other brewers to produce their recipes or experimental once-off brews. In this mixed case you'll experience the unique flavours of three different brews, with 2 bottles of each variety.  Tasting notes: Peter Pale and Mary Pale Ale: This fruity, but balanced American pale is quite amber for a pale Contains big grapefruit and hop flavours Light in color with aromas that offer tropical fruit to balance out the malt and hops ABV: 4.6% American Dream Lager: American Dream is a lager which is packed with American hops Golden in colour with a thick head This beer is meant to be drunk directly out of the bottle, on a hot summer day ABV: 4.6% Green Gold: Green Gold is a Mikkeller classic An IPA that is not afraid of living up to its name The hops are aromatic, American and aggressive Golden in colour, crisp and refreshing ABV: 7%

Arcoroc offers an extensive range of high quality and functional glassware to suit your every beverage need, be it hot or cold. The range is made using long lasting tempered glass, which makes it shock and heat resistant, but also able to retain heat when needed. The tempering doesn’t add any bulk to the glass either, which means each item has an elegant design. Set of 6 stemmed drinking glasses Multi-purpose design can also be used for cocktails and other drinks Shape is uniquely designed to fully reveal the aromas and flavours of beer Fine rim for optimal comfort during tasting while keeping an incomparable resistance Dishwasher safe