Imagine waking up on a weekend morning and having to choose between tea or beer as your brunch companion. Well, if you too have faced this dilemma, there’s a solution to it. How about combining the two? Don’t worry, well, it’s a reality now! India’s got its very first tea beer, combining the best of both worlds. Now this is a win-win!
A Cross-cultural Collaboration Between India and Taiwan
Goa’s Latambarcem Brewers (LB Brewers) produces some of the finest Indian craft beers. Recently, it announced an exciting global-first collaboration with Taiwanese Jim and Dad’s Brewing Company. This partnership will pave way for a holistic blend of Indian and Taiwanese flavors, both renowned for their tea. Under this collaboration, Taiwan’s authentic Xiangzhuang Red Oolong tea will be flown down to India to produce the country’s first bottled tea beer – MAKA di Oo-Long Blanche. The catch? This milestone brew between the two countries will only be available in India’s tourist hub Goa and Taiwan’s capital Taipei.
Flavors Of MAKA di Oo-Long Blanche Tea Beer
The collaboration between LB Brewers and the Jim and Dad’s Brewing Company celebrates the rich brewing culture of both countries. The ancient Taiwanese tea brewing traditions seamlessly blend with LB Brewers’ Belgian Blanche brewing expertise, creating an exciting fusion of two diverse cultures with some similarities.
Speaking of flavors, the MAKA di Oo-Long Blanche effortlessly combines notes of wheat beer with the delicate aroma of handpicked Xiangzhuang Red Oolong tea. The brew will let consumers taste the subtle and fine flavors paired up with a touch of excitement and zing. Through a carefully crafted and meticulously maintained brewing process, the brew is expected to capture the essence of local Taiwanese tea and the smoothness of a wheat beer.
MAKA di Oo-Long Blanche Tea Beer: Price And Availability
They price the MAKA di Oo-Long Blanche Tea Beer at INR 150, and it has a well-balanced 4-5% ABV. This low alcohol content makes it a perfect drink if you’re planning to drink light, along with some ‘tea’! The refreshing and crisp cold beer is a guaranteed favorite – be it at a beach party, hanging out with friends, or just having a family brunch. The bottled beer is available exclusively only in Goa and Taipei right now.
Summing Up
This exciting new flavor in the world of beer has hooked all of us, and we certainly can’t wait to reach Goa (or Taipei). If you too are a fan of crisp, cold, beer, and also love your daily cup of tea, combine the two drinks. Believe it or not, this tea beer is about to change the game!
FAQs
What Is Craft Beer In India?
Craft breweries manufacture craft beer. They typically produce limited amounts of beer compared to industrialized breweries. They focus on making beer using lesser-known brewing techniques and emphasize richer flavors over lighter flavors.
Who Introduced Beer To India?
The British introduced the beer that we know today during their expeditions in the 1700s, even though alcoholic beverages have been common in India since ages.
Which Is The Beer Capital Of India?
Bangalore is considered to be the beer capital of India. This is because there are a high number of microbreweries, and distilleries that produce beer, ales, hops, and other similar drinks.
