XX Bitter, Guldenberg and Cuvée De Ranke: the bitter Belgian beers from Brouwerij De Ranke
Herbaceous, hoppy, dry and clean — XX Bitter by De Ranke has brought the bitter profile of Belgium back into the spotlight, proving that the Belgian scene is not just about monks and spicy yeasts. Alongside it, Guldenberg (De Ranke’s bitter Tripel, surprising for its complexity) and Cuvée De Ranke (a De Ranke beer aged in barrels and blended with Girardin lambic). All available online at Maltese with shipping throughout Italy.
🛒 XX Bitter | 🛒 Guldenberg | 🛒 Cuvée De Ranke
XX Bitter: aromatic profile
- Color: light amber with golden highlights
- Aroma: herbaceous, fresh hops, notes of citrus and bread crust
- Taste: pronounced but well-balanced bitterness, dry and clean finish
- Style: hoppy Belgian ale — nothing like Mexican Dos Equis or English Bitters
XX Bitter vs Guldenberg vs Cuvée De Ranke
- XX Bitter: maximum dryness and herbaceous bitterness — the manifesto of Belgian hops
- Guldenberg: bitter Tripel, maltier and more complex, surprising for those expecting sweetness
- Cuvée De Ranke: blend with Girardin lambic — unique acidity, complexity and depth
Food pairings
- Grilled meats and aged cured meats
- Semi-aged and hard cheeses
- Mushroom and game dishes
- Fried and spicy dishes — the bitterness cleanses the palate
- Artisanal snacks for a characterful aperitif
How to serve
- Temperature: 6–8 °C to appreciate aromas and bitterness
- Glassware: tulip or ale glass — discover the glasses on Maltese
