Lovely White Lager, not as niche as it once was! (Leffe Blonde)

Member Name: mharwood

Product:	Leffe Blonde
Date:	27/01/09 (26 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Widely available, quite cheap, consistently good

Disadvantages: If on tap, it can often go flat and weak pretty quickly

I am a big fan of White Lager, and Belgian Lager, so Belgian White Lager? Hurrah!

Over the past couple of years, Leffe has seemingly crept in to mainstream pubs across the UK, and Weatherspoons definitely seem to like selling it. Of course, I feel a slight pang of annoyance, as the "inside club" of those who've been to Belgium and tasted the real deal now have countless people asking if I've tried it yet!

White Lager isn't for everyone. It tends to be much sweeter than your usual pint, and it is stronger than the usual lineup available. But if you treat your taste buds to one or two of these on a night out, I doubt you'll regret the experience. Leffe is also quite fizzy, especially if your drinking hole of choice serves the bottles rather than having it on tap.

The only real comparable White Lager on mass sale in the UK is Hoegardden, which I can also recommend.

Here's a great tip if you're aim is to forget the week on a Friday: eat a bag of skittles, or similarly sugary sweets, about 10 or 15 minutes before drinking White Lager. You'll have a very cheap night because the skittles will bolster the strength of the drink!

Summary: Doesn't suit everyone, but is a solid contender when I'm choosing at the bar!