Bière de Garde

Bière de Garde is a traditional farmhouse ale originating from northern France, particularly the Nord-Pas-de-Calais region, historically brewed in winter and spring for consumption during warmer months. It features a malt-forward character with toasty, caramel notes, moderate hop bitterness, and a distinct rustic quality often accompanied by earthy, cellar-like attributes from extended aging. The style typically uses French or Belgian malts, noble or continental hops, and is fermented with strains that produce subtle esters and spicy phenols.