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Clausthaler Grapefruit Non-Alcoholic Beer For Dry January

January 4, 2022 at 7:55 am · Filed under Beer & Hard Cider, Product Reviews, The Nibble

We’re enjoying the first week of Dry January with Clausthaler Grapefruit Non-Alcoholic Beer. It marries the refreshing flavors of a lager beer and fresh grapefruit juice. Don’t like grapefruit? This NA* brand that includes Claustahler Original, Clausthaler Dry-Hopped (tastes like an IPA), and Santa Clausthaler, a holiday delight.

If you’ve tried other NA brands and responded, “meh!”, give Clausthaler a try.

Clausthaler Grapefruit NA beer and the other Clausthaler varieties are an easy and tasty way to give up booze the month (or whenever you need to hold back on the alcohol).
 
 
ABOUT CLAUSTHALER

More than 50 years ago, Clausthaler patented the process for brewing beer without alcohol. Clausthaler Original was launched in 1979, the world’s first non-alcoholic beer.

Clausthaler first made its mark in the canteens and cafeterias of the German labor force. At last, people could enjoy a cold beer in the middle of the workday without the worry of intoxication. The brand was an instant success [source].

The brewery, which only produces non-alcoholic beer, continued to innovate with new flavors to meet the growing demand for good non-alcoholic beer.

The year-round lineup includes Original, Dry Hopped, Grapefruit, and (in Europe only), Unfiltered Dry Hopped and Lemon. During the holiday season, Santa Clausthaler, brewed with seasonal spices, is a treat.

Clausthaler is the most popular non-alcoholic beer in Europe, and winner of the World Beer Awards World’s Best Alcohol-Free† Beer.

Clausthaler’s unique brewing process produces non-alcoholic beer that actually conforms to the Reinheitsgebot, the German Purity Law of 1516.

  • Other non-alcoholic beers are made from conventionally brewed beer. The alcohol is then removed by pressure, using either dialysis or the reverse-osmosis method.
  • The Clausthaler process ensures that little fermentable maltose (malt sugar) is produced. Thus, the yeast can only produce a tiny amount of alcohol—just .45% A.B.V.‡

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    > THE HISTORY OF BEER
     
     
    > THE DIFFERENT TYPES OF BEER
     
     
    > PAIRING BEER & CHEESE
     
     
    > TIPS FOR SERVING BEER
     
     
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    *Non-Alcoholic.

    †According to the Food and Drug Administration, a product labeled alcohol-free beer must contain no detectable levels of alcohol. These beers should be labeled 0.0% A.B.V. Products labeled non-alcoholic beer can contain up to 0.5% A.B.V. Different countries can have different regulations [source].

    ‡A.B.V. is the acronym for Alcohol By Volume, which refers to the percentage of a drink that is pure alcohol. To get the proof, you double the A.B.V. Thus, an 80-proof vodka is 40% A.B.V. Clausthaler beer is .9% A.B.V. Double that and the proof is less than 1%, but it’s still a teeny bit of alcohol.

    		  


    [1] (photo © African Marketing).


    [2] Snuggle up this winter with Grapefruit Clausthaler (photos #2, #3, #4 © The Radeberger Gruppe Germany).


    [3] For Dry January, pack an ice bucket with the different varieties of Clausthaler and invite your friends.


    [4] Clausthaler Grapefruit six-pack.
     

     
     

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    Superseedz: Gourmet Pumpkin Seeds, Flavored & Shelled

    January 3, 2022 at 4:36 am · Filed under Fruits, Nuts & Seeds, Non GMO, Snacks, The Nibble, Top Pick Of The Week, Vegan


    [1] Superseedz pumpkin seeds provide flavor, nutrition, and fun (photo © Brenmarco).


    [2] Whether one-ounce grab-and-go or five-ounce “family” packages, (all photos that follow © Superseedz, except as noted).


    [3] Top your yogurt or cereal with sweet Seedz: Cinnamon & Sugar.


    [4] Enjoy healthy snacking with salted or spicy Seedz.


    [5] Add seedz to your recipes, from salads…


    [6] …to pasta…


    [7] …to cookies, puddings, ice cream and other desserts.

    		  

    Want a better snack? SuperSeedz, gourmet shelled pumpkin seeds that we first discovered in 2007, is one of those.

    A better-for-you, nutritious, fiber-filled, and very flavorful, crunchy snack, we also love it as a garnish.

    Both the one-ounce and five-ounce bags make really nice Thanksgiving favors and stocking stuffers—we’ve gifted quite a few over the holiday season.

    And are great for everyday grab-and-go, home snacking, and recipes year-round.

    SuperSeedz are non-GMO verified, cholesterol- and trans-fat free, gluten-free, vegan, and allergen-friendly.

    Each one-ounce serving has 7 grams of protein (16% RDI) and a good hit of iron and zinc. Check out the 11 health benefits below.

    The Seedz are cholesterol-free, keto-friendly, vegan, allergen-free, and school-safe. Kids love them!

    Beyond snacking, you’ll find many ways to use them, below.

    > The history of pumpkins.
     
     
    SAVORY & SWEET SUPERSEEDZ FLAVORS

    These premium pumpkin seeds are a variety that grows without a shell. The seeds, imported from Austria, are twice the size of ordinary pumpkin seeds and have a bigger flavor, too.

    SuperSeedz are dry-roasted in small batchess, using a proprietary, artisanal panroasting technique that bakes the seasoning into every seed. Try them in:

  • Cinnamon & Sugar: when you want some sweetness with your crunch.
  • Sea Salt: the original.
  • Somewhat Spicy: a just-enough-spice blend of cayenne pepper, garlic and sea salt.
  • In The Raw: raw, shelled seeds, no roasting, no seasoning.

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    PREMIUM SELECT SUPERSEEDZ

    Premium Select SuperSeedz are non-GMO-certified and made in specialty flavors. They’re sold in four-ounce bags:

  • Dark Chocolate & Sea Salt: a great combination of sweet and salty.
  • Vermont Maple Sugar & Sea Salt: ditto.
  • Pink Himalayan Sea Salt: a more elegant salt flavor (more about it).

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    GET YOUR SUPERSEEDZ

    SuperSeedz are available at retailers nationwide and on Amazon. For the best selection, though, head to SuperSeedz.com.

    Super Tasty. Super Healthy. SuperSeedz.
     
     
    USES FOR SUPERSEEDZ BEYOND SNACKING

    Use The Savory Flavors As A Garnish On:

  • Bruschetta, canapés
  • Dips, including guacamole and hummus
  • Eggs
  • Fresh cheeses (cottage cheese, goat cheese, ricotta)
  • Grains and grain bowls, polenta
  • Grilled chicken and fish
  • Indian and Tex Mex dishes
  • Mashed potatoes
  • Mexican street corn (recipe)
  • Pasta and pizza
  • Plate garnish (sprinkled)
  • Salads and slaws
  • Soups
  • Vegetables (especially green beans and winter squash)

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    And As A Mix-In To:

  • Breads and corn muffins
  • Dips
  • Rice and other grain dishes

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    Use The Sweet Flavors As A Garnish On:

  • Cake and cupcake frosting
  • Cold and hot cereal and granola
  • Fresh cheeses (cottage cheese, goat cheese, ricotta)
  • Fruit salad
  • Ice cream
  • Pancakes and waffles
  • Plate garnish (sprinkled)
  • Puddings and mousse
  • Trail mix
  • Yogurt and yogurt parfaits

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    And As A Mix-In To:

  • Carrot and zucchini cakes/breads
  • Chocolate bark
  • Cookie and brownie batter
  • Ice cream
  • Muffins

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    THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF PUMPKIN SEEDS

    According to Healthline, there are 11 science-based health benefits of pumpkin seeds.

  • Packed with valuable nutrients.
  • High in antioxidants.
  • Linked to a reduced risk of stomach, breast, lung, prostate and colon cancers.
  • Helpful to bladder and prostate health.
  • Very high in magnesium, which reduces heart disease risk and helps to control blood pressure.
  • May improve overall heart health.
  • Can lower blood sugar levels.
  • High in fiber.
  • May improve sperm quality.
  • May help improve sleep.
  • Easy to incorporate into all meals…and of course, snacks.

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    Best Holiday Wishes, Dear Reader

    December 18, 2021 at 1:12 pm · Filed under Christmas, Cookies-Cake-Pastry, Recipes, The Nibble

     
     
    Best holiday wishes from all of us at The Nibble!

    We’ll be off for the next week.

    Before leaving, we wish you:

    Joy…

    Peace…and…

    Great food!
     
     
    WANT TO MAKE A COPYCAT RECIPE OF THIS GORGEOUS CAKE?
     

  • Make or buy a layer cake with white frosting. You can add shredded coconut if you like.
  • Make or buy gingerbread cookies. They don’t have to be houses, as in the photo. They can be gingerbread people, stars, or whatever you like. They also can be butter cookies or sugar cookies instead of gingerbread.
  • Affix the cookies to the cake. It may help to have extra frosting, even if you buy it, to make the cookies stick easily.
  • Garnish the top rim of the cake with rosemary dusted with sparkling sugar or granulated sugar. First remove any stems on the bottom where there are no leaves. Then rinse the rosemary, pat it with paper towels to remove the excess water, and sprinkle it with sugar. Let it dry. Be prepared to cut the sprigs into segments so they wrap around the cake.
  • Cherry garnish: If you can find cherries with stems in December, we’d be surprised (this photo was likely shot in the summer). You might be able to buy a jar of brandied cherries with stems. As for maraschino cherries with stems…consider them only if you really like maraschino cherries.
  • Otherwise, you can brandy some frozen cherries in an hour with this recipe (if you don’t like brandy, use rum or cherry liqueur). Or, use fresh raspberries.
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    [1] A coconut layer cake with gingerbread houses (photo © Bruna Branco | Unsplash).


    [2] Butter cookies with sugar pearls (photo © King Arthur Baking).
     

     
     

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