Trimming the tree, wrapping
gifts, and prepping for a house full of family and friends is made even more
enjoyable with a delicious beer in hand, and this weekend we’re putting the
finishing touches on our holiday festivities with a celebratory bottle of
today’s Drink of the Week—the newly released 950 Cuvee from celebrated Belgian
brewer Affligem. A nod to the abbey’s 950th anniversary, this
Belgian blonde starts out with the traditional creamy fruit notes but quickly
gives way to a palate-sweeping bitterness thanks to a quadruple dose of hops.
Coming in at 6.8% ABV, this frothy brew is drier and a touch more subtle than many
Belgian brews, making it a perfect match for the flavors and festivities of the
season. $13/750 ml., totalbeverage.net