By using naturally pigmented algae, a brewery in France has transformed its product into a uniquely blue beer.
The uniqueness of the blue beer in a glass.
The beer, named Line, is the result of a collaboration between a company aiming to incorporate algae as a dietary supplement and a craft brewery.
The craft brewery decided to use spirulina to create a distinct product after several attempts to make their beverage more special.
The blue color of the beer comes from spirulina, a type of algae cultivated in northern France. The component of spirulina that produces the blue hue is called phycocyanin, which is added in the right dosage at a specific stage during the brewing process.
The blue beer has garnered significant attention from people.
Mathilde Vanmansart, a brewery employee, described the blue beer as aromatic, light, and fruity on her first tasting.
Xavier Delannoy, the farmer supplying the spirulina, stated that after some experimentation, the brewery discovered a blend that appeals to customers, easily winning over even the most discerning drinkers.
From October to December 2021, the brewery sold approximately 1,500 bottles of blue beer and is now preparing to ramp up production to meet demand.
Previously, in Japan, a brewery launched an unusual blue beer made from meltwater from drifting ice and the plant known as sansho, which is primarily used in the food industry. The Japanese blue beer has a very fruity flavor, is easy to drink, and even those who typically do not enjoy beer can appreciate it.
