How long does it take to weatherize beer from the body and can this process be accelerated?
Unfortunately, in our world most pleasures have consequences. This is especially true of alcohol - your favorite drinks, which give you a good mood here and now, can provoke unexpected problems. For example, if after visiting a beer restaurant you urgently need to drive or hold an important meeting.
But there is good news - if you know how quickly alcohol is eliminated from the body, it becomes easier to manage your plans. In this article we will talk about beer - how quickly the foam is able to weed out without a trace and if there are ways to speed up this process.
What does it depend on?
All people get drunk at different rates, because many factors influence this. These include a person's weight and age, the amount of alcohol consumed, the amount of food eaten during this period, the timing of alcohol consumption, and even the emotional state of the person at the party. The stage of intoxication and the characteristics of the body will also determine the speed of alcohol excretion.
Despite the fact that everything is individual, you can calculate the approximate time - and already be guided by it. The rules are simple:
— Beer of different strengths is weathered at different rates. 100 grams of beer with strength of 4% in a man weighing 70 kg will be deduced about 30 minutes, and if the drink has a strength of 6% - then it is 50 minutes.
— A 0.5 liter bottle of medium strength beer usually wears out in about 5 hours.
— Two liters of foamy drink are completely eliminated from the body in 12-15 hours.
— If you have drunk 1 bottle of mild beer and plan to drive, wait at least 8 hours. Even if you feel sober, the breathalyzer is likely to show the presence of alcohol in your blood.
Is it possible to speed up the process of alcohol withdrawal?
Contrary to popular belief, neither a walk in the cold nor, on the contrary, a sauna will help alcohol to evaporate faster. In the first case, blood vessels dilate, in the second, they narrow, and in this contrast, it seems to a person that he sobered up. But in fact, ethanol still remains in the bloodstream. In addition, it is quite harmful to the body. The same applies to tea and coffee - they unnecessarily stimulate the nervous system.
A lot of drinking (it is better to drink plain water or citrus juices, which make the kidneys work more intensively), walks in the fresh air at a comfortable temperature, sleep, and a nice warm shower will help to speed up the process of eliminating alcohol from the body. Behind the wheel, however, it is better not to sit down before the appointed time, but feeling better after such a care for sure. Soulful you feasts without consequences!
Summer lambics: refresh yourself with a fruity beer from Belgium
When the thermometer is high, nothing is as refreshing as a cold beer. Especially if it’s lambics — a traditional Belgian sour beer with natural juice, which not only gives a pleasant coolness, but also pleases with deep flavor. Why fruit beer saves you in the heat Light sourness, sparkling «character» and juicy fruit notes make lambics an ideal drink for summer. Unlike heavy ales or bitter IPAs, fruit beers are easy to drink, almost like lemonade, but with a distinctive beer depth. It stimulates the appetite, quenches thirst and gives a feeling of freshness thanks to the natural juices in the composition — cherry, raspberry, peach or other fruits and berries. What to choose The best option for hot weather — sour lambics, which do not leave an unpleasant feeling of lusciousness, like a sweeter beer or soda. For example, the classic cherry Kriek MAX. The bright flavor of ripe berries and pleasant sourness make it perfect for a hot day. «Kriek» is not too sweet, with a slight tartness and a long aftertaste. If you like softer, sweeter options, Lindemans Pecheresse is your choice. This peach lambic has a honeyed and fruity bouquet, a light sparkle and velvety texture, and a slight acidity and refreshing note in the finish. A variant for cider lovers, but it’s still a lambic — Lindemans Apple. The drink has a bright rich taste, which perfectly balances the sweetness of red and sourness of green apples, pleasant aroma and refreshing aftertaste. Perfect for a hot day! How to drink lambics in the heat For a beer to be truly refreshing, proper serving is important. Lambics should be: — Cool down to 6-8°C — this will reveal all the nuances of flavor, but will not lose the freshness.— Serve in tall glasses — the flavor will «play». If desired, you can add ice to the drink, but do not get carried away — there is a chance to «dilute» the deep flavor of Lambic. And it is better to just have to go to Lambic! In our beer restaurants — a large selection of varieties from Belgium and other countries of the world. Proper serving of drinks, delicious food, cozy atmosphere and excellent service are guaranteed!
21 June 2025
Summer appetizers for Belgian beer: from seafood to desserts
Summer is the perfect time to enjoy Belgian beer. But what to pair it with? When it’s hot outside, you want something light, fresh, yet rich. And that’s where seafood, cheeses, fruits and desserts come in, which perfectly complement the rich flavors of Belgian brews. Seafood In summer, chilled shrimp with lemon and garlic sauce are especially good — they set off the malty sweetness of pale ales and wheat beers. But other seafood can pair well with Belgian beers, too. Here are some ready-made tips: — Blanche de Bruxelles or Hoegaarden — whizbiers with citrus notes — can be served with mussels and low-fat sauces. — Saison Voisin, a farmhouse ale with a spicy hop bitterness, will accentuate the flavor of grilled oysters or calamari. Cheeses The Belgians know a lot about cheese, and their beers harmonize well with different varieties: — Sharp aged cheeses (such as gorgonzola) are a great pairing for a strong Tripel Karmeliet.— Delicate goat cheeses with honey go perfectly with fruity lambics like Lindemans Kriek. Fruit salads and berries In the heat of the day, it’s especially nice to snack on fresh fruit — it enhances the fruity notes in the drink itself: — Cherries, strawberries, peaches — a win-win for Kriek or Framboise.— A fruit salad with citrus and mint is a refreshing pairing for a blanche, such as Corsendonk Blanche. Desserts If you want to end the evening on a sweet note, give these a try: — Waffles with berries and whipped cream — duo with St. Bernardus Abt 12 or Chimay Blue.— Lemon tart — will emphasize the citrus tones of the vitbiers or lambics.— Chocolate desserts — the perfect accompaniment for Kasteel Rouge, Petrus Aged Red and Delirium RED, as well as all chocolate and coffee varieties. And remember: summer appetizers should be light and should accentuate, not overpower, the flavor of the beer. It is best to serve them chilled to keep the balance and enjoy every sip. Come to Lambic — in our beer restaurants you will find the best beer from all over the world and the perfect accompaniment to it. We look forward to seeing you!
21 June 2025