I was supposed to have some #beer last Wednesday, but I got stuck at work and couldn’t make it. The past few days were also busier for me, so I didn’t get to visit the bistro in the city I had planned to check out. Long story short, my weekdays were too hectic, and none of my attempts worked out. So now, I’m finally able to enjoy another #beer on a Sunday—at least I’m more relaxed, which makes it even better.
In my first #beer post, I had the Kronenbourg Blanc at Essen, a bistro/pub in Anchorvale. For my second post, I’m having it at home since the weather wasn’t great earlier. This time, I bought a can of Kronenbourg Brut to compare and see which one suits my preference better.
To accompany my drink, I bought a sausage and grilled it using the air fryer. The great thing about a Brut beer is its versatility—it pairs well with many side dishes or even steak. I feel like a bratwurst sausage would be a great match for this beer.
For the sausage, I simply grilled it for about 8 minutes at 200°C, and it turned out fine for me. Since it’s a pre-cooked sausage, it takes less time to cook.
Name of the beer: Kronenbourg 1664 Brut
Alcohol by volume (ABV): 4.5%
Ingredients: Water, barley malt, wheat malt, hops, dextrose, and natural flavoring
Color: Light golden
I did some reading and found that it’s best served chilled, so I placed it in the lower section of the fridge, where I think it will be perfectly chilled without being too cold.
I think I did well in choosing the pairing for this brut beer. The citrus notes complement the sausage perfectly. It's very light and almost feels like drinking sparkling wine.
I'm really satisfied with this meal, and once again, this French beer has impressed me—I love it!
This tasting experience turned out to be a great way to unwind after a busy week. The Kronenbourg 1664 Brut surprised me with its crispness and versatility, making it a solid choice for pairing with simple yet flavorful dishes. I’ll definitely be keeping this one in my rotation—maybe next time, I’ll finally get to enjoy it at that bistro in the city!
