The Beer Bro(mpton). Last Call for Alcohol
Well, the Beer Tour is now a fond (and slightly hazy) memory.
I thoroughly tested the endurance of both my liver and bladder—and I must say, they performed admirably. Now it’s time for a dry June instead of a dry January, since I need to be in decent shape for the next cycling trip, which is just a few weeks away.
After enjoying some of the best beers on the planet, going back to the local grocery store selection feels… tragic. Budweiser? Please. Even Dutch Heineken doesn’t quite cut it anymore. Sadly, the world’s best brews are neither widely available nor budget-friendly enough for everyday sipping.
In total, I sampled over 40 different beers. Will it qualify me for a degree in zythology?
My favorites were diverse: some were Trappist, others leaned toward the fruity side, and a few were creative fusions—beer blended with whiskey or port.
Traveling through this part of Europe is an ideal experience for anyone seeking a fun, easy, and safe adventure. Drinking beer isn’t required—abstaining is possible, but not particularly recommended!
The Beer Tour by the Numbers:
723 km – total distance cycled (including urban wandering; otherwise around 650 km)
11 – official Trappist breweries worldwide, all in Europe
25 – breweries or affiliated outposts visited (4 of them Trappist-approved)
46 – beers tasted