How much head should a Stella have?
The proper amount of foam amounts to about two fingers thick or approximately 3cm (1.2 inches). This perfect amount of head acts as a barrier, preventing your Stella Artois from getting stale. The bottom and sides of the glass are then rinsed so that the chalice is clean to hold.
How do you pull a pint of Stella Artois?
Turn the tap fully on and allow the glass to start to fill, striking the centre of the Stella logo (middle of the face of the glass) Move the glass slightly to the left or right (depending on handedness) to allow the beer to swirl around as it pours in.
Why is Stella Artois served in a chalice?
Just as red and white wines are poured into specific glasses for peak flavor and enjoyment, the curved shape of the Stella Artois Chalice was designed to enhance the beer’s flavor by releasing the aromas when the liquid is poured and increase the retention of the foam head.
How does a Stella glass work?
Stella Artois chalice But there’s more to it than that: The round shape maintains a consistent carbonation and foamy head, while the stem has a groove for the fingers so that you can hold it easily without transferring the heat from your hand to the beer. The bling at the top completes its signature look.
Does Stella Artois need to be refrigerated?
Refrigerate when storing all bottled and kegged beers to maintain beer freshness, flavors and aromatics. We do not pasteurize any of our products. Storing our beer cold will help ensure that the beer lover enjoys our beers as we intended.
Why do you skim pints?
The head acts as a lid, preventing the carbon dioxide from leaving your beer quickly. Without a foam head, the refreshing tingling will disappear almost instantly.
How do you pour the perfect pint of lager?
Pouring a pint in 5 steps
- Hold the glass at 45 degrees.
- Do not let the glass touch the faucet.
- Gradually bring the glass upright as it fills.
- Allow a foam head to form, moving the glass up and down may help.
- Never dip the faucet into the beer.
What type of glass is Stella Artois served in?
Stella Artois Chalice
The Stella Artois Chalice is a specially crafted beer glass that allows Stella Artois to flourish as the quality Belgian lager that it has been brewed as for centuries.