The Healing Island
Sailors who fell ill on Dutch trading ships were left on the Island of Curaçao as they passed. Upon their return they found the sailors had miraculously recovered. Our limited edition Summer Ale uses the secrets of the Islands’ vitamin C rich Curaçao orange & dragonfruit, to create the most replenishing of beers perfect for sipping on the dock of the bay.
Inspired by our travels to continental beaches in Europe and slightly more tropical days in the Dutch Antilles we wanted to brew a beer inspired by the Island of Curaçao which would enable explorers to take life a little bit less seriously.
COOL & CRISP WITH TROPICAL FRUITY NOTESCuraçao Orange
Full of colours, flora and fauna, the island of Curaçao is also known for the famous Curaçao Orange. The fruit evolved from a bright orange colour and sweet taste into the green and inedible bitter Curaçao Orange. The peel though is extremely aromatic and refreshing.
Dragonfruit
With their shocking fuchsia peels studded with flame-like green scales, it’s not hard to see why pitayas were nicknamed dragonfruit. The dragonfruit is actually one of several cactus species and, just like its relatives, has a succulent stem that provides a uniquely delicious fruit with moisture in the arid climates where it typically grows.
Summer Ale
3.8% alcohol
Colour: golden yellow
Curacao orange braved rough seas as well as unwelcoming temperatures before it came into existence. After such a journey we though the least we could do was follow the journey of the sharp citrus fruit that adds a kick to our refreshing Islander.
Dragon fruit is the fruit of a cactus. It is also known as ‘Dragon Fruit’, ‘Pitahaya’ or cactus fruit. It is a fairly unknown fruit species in the Netherlands, but the fruit is gradually gaining ground.
The Lowlander approach to beer and food pairing is simple: beer is even better with food and food is even better with beer.
Our Islander with its fruity notes and refreshing flavour goes well with nachos, ceviche or BBQ ribs. The taste of the Carribean food stands up to the strong characteristics of our Islander. And what to think of a vegan cauliflower taco? Combine it with our Islander and you will find the perfect match!