Being the most loved Lebanese brewery and iconic brand since 1933, we take leadership and pride in brewing moments of enjoyment, refreshment and connection, while keeping the strong bond between Lebanese generations across the world. Our vision is to continue being the cherished choice, closely associated with the famous Lebanese cuisine, and creating unforgettable experiences for beer enthusiasts.
The Brewing Process
Although The Process Of Making Beer May Appear To Be Hard, It Just Requires Six Easy Steps! Come On, Let’s Get Started. Use An Almaza While Reading The Following For A More Engaging Experience.
Milling
Grains are delivered to the mill to be crushed into grist, making the starch accessible for brewing and later converting it to sugar in the brewhouse. Malted barley is the main brewing ingredient, while additional ingredients can be incorporated to achieve specific beer characteristics.
Mashing and Lautering the Brewhouse
This is when the brewing process starts, by pouring heated water into the grist to dissolve the starch. Malt enzymes naturally break down the starch into mash, creating a liquid containing fermentable sugars, amino acids and nutrients. The liquid is clarified in the lauter tun to remove particles so it becomes what we call “wort“.
Boiling, Clearing, and Cooling in the Brewhouse
The wort is vigorously boiled in the wort copper, resulting in a sterilized liquid with a golden hue. Hops are added during this boiling process to impart bitterness. After boiling for one hour, the wort is clarified, cooled, and ready for the addition of yeast to initiate fermentation.
Fermentation
During fermentation, yeast converts wort sugars into alcohol, carbon dioxide, and a range of beer flavors. The naturally produced carbon dioxide creates the beer’s bubbles. After this initial fermentation, the beer is known as “young or green beer.” It undergoes a maturation stage (lagering) to enhance its taste and aroma. Throughout fermentation, temperature is carefully regulated to maintain consistent beer quality.
Filtration
Filtration is the last stage of the brewing process, where yeast and any remaining particles that cause haziness are removed. This step produces a clear and sparkling “bright beer” ready for packaging.
Packaging
Strict quality controls are implemented during the packing process to ensure the utmost quality for consumers. The beer undergoes pasteurization after being put in bottles or cans and before being packaged in carton boxes and distributed globally, maintaining its consistent quality throughout its shelf life.
