Huyghe Delirium Tremens Pink Elephant Strong Ale Beer 75 cl 8,5%

The pink elephant on the label has become one of the most recognisable symbols in Belgian beer culture - Delirium Tremens is the flagship of Huyghe Brewery's Delirium family.

Expert description of Huyghe Delirium Tremens

Delirium Tremens is brewed by Huyghe Brewery in Melle, Belgium, and is one of the world's most celebrated strong golden ales. The beer has a pale, golden colour and an aroma with a hint of malt, a pleasant touch of alcohol and a spiced character. The name and the iconic pink elephant label are inspired by the delirium state itself, as a humorous reference to the beer's strength.

The taste offers a pleasant warming of the tongue and palate, while the finish is strong, long-lasting and dry bitter. At 8.5% ABV, it is a complex and well-balanced beer that has won countless international awards since its launch.

Tasting Notes

Aroma

Malt, alcohol and spice in a light, airy interplay.

Taste

Warming on the tongue with a complex, spiced sweetness.

Finish

Strong, long-lasting and dry bitter.

Specifications

Name: Delirium Tremens Pink Elephant
Brewery: Huyghe Brewery
Country/Region: Melle, Belgium
Beer Style: Strong Golden Ale
ABV: 8.5%
IBU: 24.5
Size: 75 CL
EAN: 5412186000043
Serving Suggestion: Best enjoyed at 8-10°C in a tulip glass, pairs well with strong cheese or Belgian dishes

Flavour Profile

Spiced · Golden · Full-bodied · Dry

Did You Know?

Delirium Tremens has won over 300 international awards since its launch and was voted Best Beer in the World at the World Beer Championships in 2008.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Huyghe Delirium Tremens

What does Delirium Tremens taste like?

It tastes spiced and complex with a warming, golden sweetness and a dry, long-lasting bitterness in the finish.

Is Delirium Tremens worth it?

Yes, it is one of the world's most award-winning strong golden ales and a must for anyone exploring Belgian beer culture.

What temperature should it be served at?

8-10°C in a tulip glass is ideal to bring out the full aromatic complexity.

What food pairs well with Delirium Tremens?

Strong cheese or Belgian dishes like moules-frites suit the beer's spiced character.

Where does Huyghe Brewery come from?

From Melle in Belgium, where the brewery also produces Delirium Nocturnum and Deliria.

Why is the beer called Delirium Tremens?

The name and the pink elephant on the label are a humorous reference to the state the beer's strength can induce.