Belgium has officially thrown down the gauntlet. Last Thursday following the USA vs. Germany match, Belgium Prime Minister Elio Di Rupo tweeted directly to President Obama.
Hey @BarackObama, I am betting some great Belgian beers that our @BelRedDevils will make it to the quarter final! 🙂 #ComeOnBelgium #BEL
— Elio Di Rupo (@eliodirupo) June 26, 2014
And while we won’t know until tomorrow how these two soccer teams will match up, we have a few great American beers of our own to bet on. So what happens when a classic Belgium beer and a top American craft beer go head to head? Let’s find out!
USA |
VS. |
BELGIUM |
|---|---|---|
Victory HopDevil IPA |
Hoegaarden White Ale |
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| Tasting Notes: This is a bold and spicy IPA made with distinctive American hops. It has citrus and floral aromas and a rich orange color. Its strong maltiness and long-lasting head make this a unique and delicious take on the traditional American IPA. | Tasting Notes: This classic wheat beer has aromas of orange peel, coriander and herbs. It has a light yellow and slightly hazy color with a soft foam head. It has light flavors and a touch of sweetness and citrus to balance it out. | |
| Time-tested? Victory Brewing Company opened its doors in 1996, and it didn’t take long for this American brewery to prove it was one to contend with. | Time-tested? While the brewery was founded in 1966, the monks of Hoegaarden have been perfecting this recipe for over 500 years. | |
| ABV: 6.7% | ABV: 4.9% | |
| Pairs with: The hoppiness of this American brew will cut through your spiciest World Cup viewing eats. Try it with spicy grilled meats or a cheesy side dish. | Pairs with: The lightness and smoothness of this beer will make the perfect compliment to green salads and seafood. |
So what do you think? Do Victory’s American hops have a leg up on Belgium’s classic white ale? Or is it the other way around? Leave us your thoughts and your predictions for tomorrow’s game in the comments!
