Brasserie Cantillon: Difference between revisions

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== Overview ==
== Overview ==
Cantillon is the only traditional lambic brewery located within the city of Brussels.  Founded in 1900, today Cantillon operates both as a brewery and a living museum. They use 100% organic grains and hops in all of their beers.  Cantillon brews traditional lambic products, using 65% malted barley and 35% unmalted wheat.  Their beers are spontaneously fermented using a large coolship in the attic and fermented in Oak barrels. Their flagship products include:
Cantillon is the only traditional lambic brewery located within the city of Brussels.  Founded in 1900, today Cantillon operates both as a brewery and a living museum. They use 100% organic grains and hops in all of their beers.  Cantillon brews traditional lambic products, using 65% malted barley and 35% unmalted wheat.  Their beers are spontaneously fermented using a large coolship in the attic and fermented in Oak barrels. Their flagship products, which are discussed further below, include:
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In addition, they brew a variety of beers for special occasions and experimental releases.  All of their beers are discussed below.
In addition, they brew a variety of beers for special occasions and experimental releases. Cantillon hosts Zwanze Day, Quintessence, and Open Brew DaysThey also participate in the Weekend of Spontaneous Fermentation and a variety of other festivals worldwide.


== History ==
== History ==