Grisette Romain

The portrait

Grisette Romain was an original interpretation of the traditional Belgian Grisette style, enriched with an unexpected aromatic touch: rosemary. This light and refreshing beer perfectly embodied the spirit of the historic Grisettes – those thirst-quenching beers brewed for Belgian miners and workers – while adding a contemporary, Mediterranean signature.

The rosemary gave this beer a distinctive herbaceous character that immediately evoked barbecues and summer cooking. As several tasters spontaneously remarked, this beer instantly made you want to have a barbecue. The rosemary notes were present from the first whiff and continued on the palate, creating a taste experience that was both refreshing and evocative.

With only 4% alcohol and 10 IBU, this Grisette remained true to the spirit of the style: a light, accessible and thirst-quenching beer, ideal for accompanying convivial moments and outdoor cooking.

The story

Grisette Romain is part of the Belgian brewing tradition of Grisettes, light beers originally brewed for workers. The name "Romain" refers to rosemary, the aromatic Mediterranean herb that gives this creation its distinctive character.

This beer represented a bold exploration of the use of aromatic herbs in brewing, a trend that was gaining popularity in the craft world at that time.

The addition of rosemary, a herb traditionally associated with cooking rather than beer, reflected La Nébuleuse's spirit of experimentation and its desire to create bridges between gastronomy and brewing.

Food and beer pairings

As the tasters spontaneously suggested, this Grisette with rosemary called for grilled meats and barbecues : grilled white meats, lamb skewers, roast chicken with rosemary, grilled Mediterranean vegetables.

The herbaceous notes of rosemary also made it an excellent companion for a thick mushroom soup (as suggested by one taster), fresh goat cheeses, focaccia with olive oil, or even dishes from Provençal cuisine.

Its lightness and thirst-quenching character made it perfect for sunny terraces and summer meals outdoors.

The final word

Grisette Romain remains a memorable, limited-edition creation that dared to blend Belgian brewing tradition with Mediterranean flavors. This 2018 beer showcases La Nébuleuse's creativity and its ability to reinvent classic styles with unexpected contemporary touches. For those fortunate enough to have tasted it, it still evokes the aromas of the South and the irresistible urge to fire up the barbecue.

Cheers! 🍻

The recipe