Stella Artois Lager Beer, Belgium

Stella Artois Lager Beer, Belgium, is a timeless, world-renowned lager brewed with tradition, precision, and elegance. With over six centuries of brewing heritage behind it, this award-winning beer delivers a crisp and floral drinking experience that pairs effortlessly with gatherings of family and friends. Crafted in the Belgian brewing capital of Leuven, Stella Artois remains a symbol of classic European brewing, refined, celebratory, and enduring.

Product Details:

• ABV: 5.0%
• Calories: 141 per 11.2 fl. oz.
• Carbohydrates: 10.9g per 11.2 fl. oz.
• Sugar: 0g
• Ingredients: Water, Barley, Hops
• Taste Profile: Floral aroma, balanced malt sweetness, moderate hoppy bitterness, and a clean, dry finish
• Release History: First brewed as a holiday gift in 1926

Sensory Description:

On the nose, Stella Artois Lager presents a delicate floral aroma underscored by subtle hop accents. The palate follows with a light malt backbone delivering balanced sweetness, followed by a crisp hop bitterness that cleanses the finish. The mouthfeel is smooth and refreshing, making this a highly drinkable lager with classic European character. Its signature dry finish leaves the palate clean, inviting another sip.

Awards & Accolades:

• Bronze Medal, World Beer Awards (2024)
  A lemony light color with a loose white head. The palate presents a pleasant sweetness with hints of honey, culminating in a dry finish with mild acidity. Clean clarity and a nicely integrated malt flavor round out the profile.
• Silver Medal, World Beer Awards (2024)
  Light gold and bright, with a light citrusy hop aroma and notes of barley and crackers. Crisp and grainy on the palate, it finishes dry and bittersweet with frothy carbonation.
• Bronze Medal, World Beer Awards (2023)
  A clear golden beer with long-lasting foam, showcasing malty biscuit and hop aromas that carry through on the palate. Clean, crisp, and refreshing with a noticeable hop character.
• Gold Medal, World Beer Awards (2022)
  Clear and well-carbonated with a sweet aroma. Bitter flavor with a solid malt base and spicy herbal notes in the finish.
• Silver Medal, World Beer Awards (2022)
  Golden beer with mild foam and sweet fruit aromas. Begins sweet with a distinct lemon character and a bitter close.
• Country Winner, World Beer Awards (2021)
• Country Winner, World Beer Awards (2019)
  Light golden in color with a low white head. Hoppy aroma with a clean, medium bitterness and well-balanced residual sweetness.
• World’s Best International Lager, World Beer Awards (2019)
  Clear and light golden with fresh hops on the nose. Pleasant bitterness and a balanced body with grainy notes. Subtle sweetness on the finish.
• Silver Medal, The Global Masters – Global Beer Competition (2018)

Brewer's Background:

Stella Artois’s story begins in 1366 with the Den Hoorn brewery in Leuven, Belgium, a city renowned for its brewing traditions. In 1926, the beer now known as Stella Artois was first brewed as a holiday gift for the local community. “Stella,” meaning “star” in Latin, reflects the beer’s festive origins, and its iconic star emblem remains on every bottle to this day. Owned today by Anheuser-Busch InBev, Stella Artois continues to embody the craftsmanship and cosmopolitan appeal of Belgian brewing at its finest.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve Stella Artois Lager Beer chilled at 3–5 °C in its signature chalice glass to highlight its aroma and dry finish. A natural partner for a wide range of dishes, it pairs beautifully with seafood, mild cheeses, roast chicken, or crisp salads. It’s also a flawless match for casual entertaining and celebratory toasts alike.