So, my first trip
after I had decided to create the blog was to Morocco. More specifically
Casablanca!
Morocco is a
country in the northwest Africa and has a population of over 33 million and an
area of 446,550 km2 (172,410 sq. mi). Its political
capital is Rabat, although the largest city is Casablanca; other major cities
include Marrakesh, Tangier, Fes, Agadir and Nador. A historically prominent
regional power, Morocco has a history of independence not shared by its neighbours. Its distinct culture is a blend of Arab,
indigenous Berber, African, and European influences.
Nowadays Morocco is a country where around 98% of the population is Muslim and according to their religion they shouldn’t consume alcoholic beverages. However, the French introduced the beer production in Morocco in the 20th century. Currently, Société des Brasseries du Maroc oversees the production and distribution. Popular beers include Spéciale Flag (pilsner) and Stork (light lager). The Moroccan premium beer is Casablanca (also a lager), which costs more than the other two. Casablanca is also exported and, for instance, served in the Morocco pavilion at Epcot in Disney World, Orlando, FL.
The breweries of Brasseries du Maroc are located in Fes, Tangier and Casablanca, also a bottling unit exists in Marrakesh. The best selling international beer in Morocco is Heineken, which is locally brewed by Brasseries du Maroc under the supervision of Heineken International.
While there, I had the
opportunity to drink the following 2 beers:
Spéciale Flag Ingredients: water, malt and hops.
ABV: 5.2%
It has a very clear and straw yellow color. The aroma remembers grain bread. It is light and slightly bitter in the end, what can make a well-balanced beer.
Casablanca
From Brasserie du Maroc, CasablancaIngredients: water, malt and hops
ABV: 5.0%
It has a dark yellow but very clear. Very carbonated. Aroma has a hint of herbs like chive, coriander and thyme mixed. Final taste brings up the sweet/sour of tangerine notes.
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