Why does Stella say 1366?

The Anno 1366 on the Stella Artois logo refers to the origin of brewing in the city of Leuven. The city's tax records dated 1366 mention the existence of a local brewpub called Den Hoorn, ('Hoorn' in Flemish meaning 'Horn' in English, as is represented in the logo on the beer label).
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Why is Stella known as wife beater?

Stella Artois used to market itself under the slogan "reassuringly expensive" but became popularly known in Britain as the "wife beater" beer because of its high alcohol content and perceived connection with aggression and binge drinking.
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Is Stella really from 1366?

Stella Artois traces its origins to over 600 years ago, to the Den Hoorn brewery in Leuven, Belgium founded in 1366. Stella Artois was born as a Holiday gift to the people of Leuven, from the brewery.
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Why is Stella only 4.6 now?

Stella said the recipe change was in line with its commitment to responsible drinking. Dorien Nijs, brewmaster at Stella's Leuven plant in Belgium, said: “Taste and quality remain number one priority for Stella Artois drinkers, and we also recognise a health and wellness trend through moderation.
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Has Stella changed since 1366?

It's almost 100 years old. The Stella Artois logo and marketing pay homage to the Den Hoorn Brewery, established in 1366. However, that brewery didn't become Brouwerij Artois until Sebastian Artois bought it in 1717. The Stella Artois brand debuted more than 200 years later, in 1926.
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Why did Stella Artois reduced alcohol content?

Stella owners Budweiser Brewing Group UK&I say they've lowered the alcohol content in its canned, draft and gluten-free versions to capitalise on the popularity of "wellness trends". It last cut ABV from 5% to 4.8% in 2012 citing “evolving” drinking trends in the UK.
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Is Stella getting weaker?

Stella Artois has lowered its alcohol strength to 4.6 per cent in a health drive by Belgian brewers. The amount of alcohol in the Belgian lager - for which the slogan 'reassuringly expensive' ran in the UK from 1982 to 2007 - has been reduced from 4.8 per cent due to 'health and wellness trends'.
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Is Stella weaker?

3. A stronger lager. At 5.2% alcohol by volume, Stella Artois was typically stronger than most mainstream lagers (these days, in some markets, the alcohol has been reduced to 5%).
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What does Artois mean in French?

In French, "Stella" is star, and "Artois is the name of a region in northwestern France. Think of a beer from New Jersey named something like "Secaucus Star."
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Who is Stella named after?

Stella Artois was named for an 18th century brewmaster.

“Artois” honours Sebastian Artois, who acquired the Den Hoorn Brewery in 1708, and named it 'La Brasserie Artois'. Sebastian became an innovator in his own right, successfully introducing many new beer styles.
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What does drinking Stella Artois say about you?

What Drinking Stella Says About You? Stella Artois drinkers can present a more serious side to themselves without being arrogant or pompous. By drinking this lager, you will transcend the typical beer drinker and be perceived as approachable and sophisticated.
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Is Stella a girly beer?

Stella is either classy, trashy, or just plain dull. American beer consumers think Stella Artois is an elevated import, whereas “in Belgium, Stella Artois is regarded as very ordinary beer at best.” According to a common joke among Belgian beer enthusiasts.
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Why is Stella in green bottles?

“We want to give the beer the 'looks' it deserves because Stella Artois is the best Belgian lager,” said spokesman Lore Stuyck to VRT. “We also want to differentiate the beer from the other beers on the Belgian market. These are often in brown bottles, which is why we opt for a green bottle.
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What kind of person drinks Stella Artois?

Belgians Have a Term for People Who Drink Stella Artois—Tourists.
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Does Stella give you a hangover?

Miller Lite, Stella Artois, Coors light hangovers caused the least breathing rate increase with 11,3%, 12%, and 12,1% respectively. On the opposite side, we had Heineken (18,2%) and Guinness Original (18,9%).
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How many beers make you drunk?

On average, a guy weighing 190 pounds (86 kg) takes four to five beers in an hour to get drunk, whereas a woman weighing 160 pounds would take three to four beers in the same amount of time. “getting drunk” refers to drinking above a certain threshold.
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What beer has the highest alcohol content?

1. Brewmeister Snake Venom. While it sadly doesn't contain real venom, the Snake Venom from Brewmeister is just as deadly. At 67.5% ABV, the brew is not only the highest ABV beer in the world, it's also one of the most worrisome.
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What is the strongest beer in the UK?

Snake Venom, a fortified Scottish beer, has been the world's strongest beer, at 67.5%, since October 2013. It has a sweet, nutty aroma, a fruity flavour and fiery, intense finish.
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Does Stella Artois have chemicals?

In terms of flavor, Stella Artois is quite a drinkable beer with a bold, fruity, and malty sweetness. The hops are moderated to give this beer a soft, well-rounded dry but crisp finish. According to the manufacturer, only three ingredients are used to make this premium lager: water, barley, and hops.
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What percentage is Fosters?

FOSTER'S has an alcohol content (ABV) of 4.0%. A pint contains 2.3 UK alcohol units and 204 calories, which is equivalent to 36 calories per 100ml (shown below as 36kcal).
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What happened to Schlitz?

Then in 1875 Schlitz was drowned after the ship in which he was travelling on a voyage back to Germany struck rocks off the Scilly Isles. Control of the brewery was inherited by August Uihlein and his three brothers, who had joined him in the business.
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Is Peroni stronger than Stella?

While in 2014 Stella Artois had a score of +25 and Peroni was on +30, now Peroni's Quality score has improved to +33 while Stella Artois's has fallen to +23, almost level-pegging with Kronenbourg (+22).
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