We like to play around with ingredients for our beers. As suckers for a strong cup of coffee, it was obvious that we’d brew a beer based on coffee. And what kind of coffee goes into an India Pale Ale? Well, Indian coffee of course! With the heaviest grain bill ever in the Brouwschuur in Weert, and five kilos of freshly roasted Plantation A coffee, this has become a worthy Kneiter beer again. And by the looks of it the West Coast yeast also likes a cup of comfort: we managed to extract no less than 9.6% ABV. An Imperial Coffee IPA to enjoy in peace.

In the Scottish Highlands, at the foot of Ben Vrackie along the River Tummel, lies the rustic town of Pitlochry. A whisky distillery was founded here in 1798 by two whisky-loving gentlemen, which is now known as Blair Athol. They mainly mature their whisky in sherry casks, but also occasionally in a red wine barrel. We let our Lömpe Böck rest on such a barrel for a good 16 months. The combination of whisky, red wine and wood has painted our beer with an unparalleled taste palette in these almost one and a half years… warming and versatile, every sip a new adventure!

The sun’s out, the days are getting longer, and you don’t want to come home from a rude awakening when you are overwhelmed by waves of spring fever. And that’s exactly the reason why we present you, in collaboration with Brouwerij Bendegek (and a Gijtje), the Kouwe Kermis! It has been brewed especially for the 10th anniversary of Grindhoven festival, and the Kouwe Kermis is a tasty blonde of 6.5%. By allowing the kveik yeast to do its work at a high temperature, the beer is rich in flavour. The laos, or galanga, provides the exotic touch. One to keep ordering all day long!

The Kneiter Gieter Pater is very dear to us, a beer that we quickly realized would also be excellent for aging in a beautiful wooden barrel. Despite us as brewers being big fans of (peat) smoked malts, the Kneiter Gieter Pater is devoid of any trace of smoke. Until now, that is because we have managed to get our hands on a unique barrel. Since 2021, the distiller Schotman has been producing the very first patented peated rum. One of his creations has matured in a former Moscatel barrel, the famous sweet dessert wine. And on this barrel, we have allowed our Kneiter Gieter Pater to age for 14 months. The result is a whirlwind of flavors, where the sweetness of the KGP itself and the Moscatel complement each other excellently. And the peat smoke provides such a delightful salty counterbalance that even the most fervent Trappist monk puts on an eyepatch and sets sail across the seven seas.

Our Dubbo Klockels has already made a name for itself as a refreshing dubbel beer, with a strong smoky flavor as an added bonus. That in itself is quite unique, but for the most avid peat and smoke enthusiasts, we’ve taken it a step further. We thought it would be a good idea to let one of our smokiest beers age in a barrel from perhaps the most peated whisky. On the south side of the idyllic Scottish island of Islay lies the renowned Laphroaig Distillery. For over 200 years, they have been producing heavily peated whisky, characteristic of the island of origin, which, as it should be with whisky, is aged in wooden barrels. This barrel has added a new dimension of smokiness to our Dubbo Klockels, impressing without overpowering. The influences of the sweetness of the beer and the deep wood tones effortlessly remain prominent. Additionally, the whisky has imparted some extra alcohol, as this beer has an ABV of 9.5%, making it one to handle with caution.

Prepare your taste buds for a thrilling ride through a spectrum of chili flavors! Zadelpijn, a collaboration born from the creative minds of Brouwerij de Kneiter and De Brouwschuur, is the star of Dutch Chili Fest 2023.

Zadelpijn, a delightful 5.5% lager, beckons you to embark on a journey through the world of chocolate habaneros. We’ve carefully selected three distinct varieties, each offering its own unique twist of chili’s and flavour. From the pleasantly spiced to the boldest and most extreme version that’ll leave you with the unforgettable sensation of “Zadelpijn.”Crafted with precision and passion, Zadelpijn Lager encapsulates the essence of this spicy festival. Its crisp and refreshing profile serves as the canvas upon which the habaneros dance.

With every sip, you’ll encounter a tantalizing blend of malt sweetness and chili heat, creating an experience that’s as bold as it is balanced.Join us in celebrating the fusion of flavors, the spirit of collaboration, and the thrill of culinary adventure at Dutch Chili Fest 2023. Zadelpijn Lager is your ticket to a spicy journey you won’t soon forget.

Saddle up for the ride!