Delirium Deleria 4Pk Cans

Delirium Deliria 4Pk Cans is a Belgian Strong Golden Ale from Huyghe Brewery at 8.5% ABV, available in a convenient 4-pack can format. What sets Deliria apart from virtually every other beer on the shelf is its origin story: since 2013, women from across the global brewing industry converge on Melle, Belgium, each year to brew this beer in honor of International Women's Day.

Quick Facts: ABV: 8.5%  |  Origin: Melle, East Flanders, Belgium  |  Style: Belgian Strong Golden Ale  |  IBU: 32  |  Brewery: Huyghe Brewery

Production & Heritage

Huyghe Brewery has operated in the small town of Melle in East Flanders since 1906 and is best known globally for Delirium Tremens, its flagship strong blonde. Deliria follows a traditional Belgian brewing approach with a secondary fermentation, yielding its sparkling carbonation and pale blonde color beneath a fine, creamy-white head. During the annual two-day brew session, the men who normally staff the brewery step aside entirely, leaving production in the hands of an international team of women brewers — a distinction that makes each year's batch a genuine collaborative release rather than a marketing exercise.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: The nose opens with an initial Chardonnay-like impression — white grape, gentle floral notes — before shifting into a spicier, mildly hoppy background. The overall effect is balanced and inviting, with fruit and flower in equal measure.

Taste: Lively carbonation carries a full-bodied palate layered with fruity tones of green apple and Chardonnay grapes. Mid-palate, the malt structure rounds out the fruit, while the 32 IBU bittering keeps sweetness in check. The mouthfeel is notably round and smooth for a beer at 8.5% ABV.

Finish: A fine, mild bitterness lingers through the aftertaste, balancing the residual fruitiness. The finish is clean and moderately dry, encouraging another sip without becoming cloying.

How to Drink Deliria

Serve chilled between 40–45°F. Pouring into a tulip glass or the iconic Delirium-branded glass will concentrate the aromatics and showcase the creamy head. Straight from the can works well outdoors or at a gathering where glassware is impractical. For cocktail-curious drinkers: use Deliria in a Belgian Shandy with fresh lemon juice and a touch of elderflower syrup to complement its floral notes; try a Snakebite variation by blending it half-and-half with dry pear cider to amplify the apple-grape fruitiness; or build a Beer Mimosa by topping a splash of fresh orange juice with Deliria for a brunch-worthy serve that leverages its Chardonnay character.

Best For

• Celebrating International Women's Day or supporting women-led brewing collaborations
• Introducing a Belgian strong golden ale to someone accustomed to lighter styles
• Outdoor gatherings where the can format suits the setting
• Gifting alongside Delirium Tremens for a side-by-side tasting of the Huyghe range

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Deliria taste like? Deliria is a full-bodied Belgian golden ale with prominent Chardonnay grape and green apple fruitiness, balanced by mild hop bitterness and a round, smooth mouthfeel at 8.5% ABV.

How does Deliria compare to Delirium Tremens? Both are Belgian strong golden ales brewed at Huyghe in Melle, but Deliria leans more prominently into fruity, Chardonnay-like and floral notes, while Delirium Tremens tends toward a spicier, more peppery yeast profile with slightly higher alcohol at 8.5% ABV. Deliria's annual limited-release nature and all-women brew team also give it a collaborative character that Tremens, as a year-round production beer, does not share.

Is Deliria good for sipping on its own? Absolutely — the balanced fruit, restrained bitterness, and creamy carbonation make it a rewarding standalone pour, though the 8.5% ABV warrants a measured pace.

Where is Deliria made? Deliria is brewed at Huyghe Brewery in Melle, a small town in the East Flanders province of Belgium, roughly 10 kilometers south of Ghent.

What foods pair well with Deliria? Soft-ripened cheeses like Brie or Camembert echo its creamy mouthfeel; roasted chicken with herbs complements the floral and fruity aromatics; mussels in white wine sauce mirror the Chardonnay notes; fresh pear or apple tarts align with the fruit-forward palate; and mild seafood like pan-seared scallops work alongside its clean, balanced finish.

What sizes does Deliria come in? Deliria is available in this 4-pack can format as well as in traditional Belgian bottles, which are commonly found in 330ml single-serve sizes.

Is Deliria worth the price? Deliria positions as a mid-premium Belgian strong golden ale; its limited annual production, international collaborative brew process, and 8.5% ABV place it a step above everyday imports, making it a solid value within specialty Belgian ales.

Why Deliria?

Deliria's defining credential is its annual, all-women brewing collaboration — a tradition dating to 2013 in which female professionals from breweries around the world take full control of production at Huyghe for two days, with the regular male staff stepping aside entirely. That story alone distinguishes it from the crowded Belgian golden ale category. Beyond the backstory, the liquid itself holds up: Chardonnay-inflected fruitiness, lively carbonation, and a smooth 8.5% ABV body stand on their own merits. For drinkers already familiar with Delirium Tremens, Deliria offers a compelling companion expression that highlights a softer, more fruit-driven side of the same brewery's house yeast and water profile.