FEATURED BEERS

This month we are featuring 

 masses of  offerings from UniBroue 

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HISTORY:

Unibroue beers are different. Brewed using an age-old process of in-bottle refermentation (with the exception of the U, U2, and La Bolduc), they are only partially filtered rather than totally filtered (which is the norm in today¹s beer industry). This means Unibroue beers keep all their protein and part of the yeast, producing a genuine upscale beer. These beers are on fresh lees. The lees deposit themselves at the bottom of the bottle as result of refermentation and natural carbonation. The process is the same as with champagne; except with champagne, the yeast is removed, while with Unibroue beers the lees are left in the bottle. This method gives a very particular taste to the beer and provides a natural source of vitamin B. Every single beer is brewed in one batch and is not water-softened. 
Unibroue¹s brewing methods were inspired by the great European brewing traditions and, in this respect, are one of a kind in North America. Our brewing methods are time consuming and costly. Given that the beers contain no chemical additives or preservatives, they require strict quality control. This all-natural brewing process is also why our beers are higher in alcohol content and can provide a rich flavour without the bitter aftertaste of conventional beers. Moreover, they have a longer shelf life and adapt very well to the room temperatures, unlike conventional beers. This competitive edge makes Unibroue products attractive to foreign distributors.


The disadvantages: cost of course. Unibroue beers are slightly more expensive than industrially produced beers in order to cover the cost of production. 
However, the advantages outweigh the disadvantages by far:

- A more refined taste 
- Rich flavor 
- Thicker foam that protects the beer 
- Excellent source of vitamin B 
- Competitive advantage over other brewers 
- Almost unlimited shelf life (flavor evolves to a port wine after ten years) 
- Easier to export 
- Ecological (no chemicals) 
- Prestigious image 
- Limited competition 

Here are just a few that we are offering this Month - Stop by & let us show you all we have !!!!!

Maudite   

The robust maltiness and spiciness of our
amber-red ale is counterbalanced by an
assertive hop finish, offering a distinctive
flavor that is cognac-like in complexity.

Whether it is paired with pasta marinara, a
brick-oven pizza, Flemish stew, spice-rubbed
pork tenderloin or dal makhani, Maudite is
'devilishly' satisfying.

Maudite (Damned) was the first strong beer
to be retailed in Québec. Its deliciously
complex flavor improves with age.

The word 'Maudite' has many meanings in
Québécois culture. Here, it refers to the
Legend of "Chasse-Galerie," a tribute to the
early lumberjacks of Nouvelle-France. The
legend tells of eight daring woodsmen who,
during winter, yearned to be home for the
Holidays. They conjured up the devil and
all of them pledged their soul in return for
flying them in their canoe to their village. As
they sailed across the moonlit sky, one of
them managed to free himself from the
pledge by invoking the name of God, which
caused the canoe to come crashing down
to earth. They were never seen again.

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  LA FIN DU MONDE
Strong triple-style golden ale
9% ABV 1

Our best-selling brand offers both subtlety
and strength, with a chorus of fruit, spice and
hop notes that make this highly effervescent
"liquid gold" so distinctive. 

Its complex flavor and natural carbonation
make La Fin du Monde an ideal pairing for
aged cheeses and succulent cuisine like
scallops, filet mignon and duck confit.

La Fin du Monde (The End of the World)
became the first North American beer to rival
the monk-brewed Trappist ales of Belgium in
terms of complexity and strength.

It was developed through 18 months of
research on a unique strain of yeast that
produces subtle flavors with champagne-like
effervescence.

This beer is brewed in honor of the intrepid
European explorers who believed they had
reached the 'end of the world' when they
discovered a 'new world', later called America.

Surprise your family, friends or neighbors by
offering La Fin du Monde as a birthday,
anniversary or holiday gift. There's no better
way to say 'Enjoy'!

Winner of 5 Platinum, 6 Gold, and 1 Silver
Medals from the Beverage Testing Institute
since 1995

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TROIS PISTOLES
Brewed with four selected malts and four
exotic spices, Trois Pistoles beckons with a
subtle sweetness that makes it surprisingly
smooth and satisfying for a beer of such strength and complexity.

Its cocoa and fruit notes make it an ideal
dessert companion to semi-sweet and dark
artisan chocolates.

Trois Pistoles (Three Coins) is named after
a small village in the region of Les Basques
in Québec. 

Founded over 300 years ago, Trois Pistoles
gave birth to several legends, including one
about a sailor who dropped his tumbler
overboard and exclaimed, "Trois Pistoles!" in
reference to its worth in old Spanish currency.

Another, the Legend of the Black Horse,
involved a local bishop who conjured up a
good devil (appearing in the form of bridled
black steed) to haul large brick stones to
construct a new church. When someone
accidentally removed the bridle, the black
horse suddenly vanished just as the last
remaining stone was to be set. This stone is
still missing, as can be seen when visiting the village church in Trois Pistoles.

Enjoy this beer as an after-dinner drink or you
can bundle it with a gift box of dark chocolate
truffles or semi-sweet chocolate bars.

Winner of 6 Gold and 1 Silver Medals from 
the Beverage Testing Institute since 1998.

AND SO MANY MORE

Come in & custom make yours today for your Holiday Celebration or any occasion !

10 Unexpected Uses for Beer. 
By beernews.net


There are many useful uses for beer besides drinking it and having fun. Most of us just enjoy drinking beer, but the truth is, it can be used in a variety of different ways. Especially when you don't want to throw away any extra beer you have. Here are just 10 examples of what you can do with them. 


Marinate meat in it - Use beer instead of wine to marinate your meat. Not only does it taste better, but it also makes the meat softer and more tender. 

Help grass grow easier - pour beer on those irritating brown spots on your lawns to help your grass grow. The grass absorbs the nutrients, sugar and energy it needs to be able to grow. 

Kill slugs & snails - Fill containers or wide-mouthed bottles or something of the sort with beer about a quarter to half way up. Then bury these in your garden. The slugs or snails will be attracted to them and drown. 

Kill mice - This may sound a little far-fetched but fill a bucket or pail up about a third of the way with cheap beer with a board or something leading to the rim at the top. The mice, smelling this, will jump in, and not be able to climb out. 

Calm a stomach-ache - Just sit down and drink a beer. This carbonated drink will settle your stomach right down. The alcohol helps reduce the pain as well. Don't use if you have an ulcer or gastritis. 

Polish gold - Wet a piece of cloth with some beer and start rubbing your gold (no stones) to get the shine back. Use a second cloth to dry it. 

Bathe in it - Add a few cans of beer into your bath. Believe it or not, it will do you good. The yeasts are good for softening and soothing the skin. 

Polish wood furniture - Let some beer sit until it goes flat, then, dampen a washcloth with it, and rub your wooden furniture. This will polish it, and give it a more shiny and healthy look. 

Cook with it - When boiling shrimp, try using beer for the cooking liquid. Season as you wish, but don't overcook. 

Drink it!