About This Beer
Deliria Pink 75cl 6.4% is a special Belgian Blond Ale brewed by Huyghe Brewery in Melle, Belgium, as part of the internationally recognised Delirium beer family.
Created to celebrate International Women's Day, Deliria is brewed annually through an initiative that brings women together to participate in the brewing process and recognise their contribution to the beer industry.
The beer's story is central to its identity. While the Delirium range is famous for its pink elephant branding and expressive Belgian ales, Deliria carries an additional message of collaboration, inclusion and brewing craftsmanship.
For 2026, Huyghe Brewery introduced a significantly updated Deliria recipe.
Previously brewed as an 8.5% Belgian strong blonde ale, the new Deliria Pink has been reformulated to 6.4% ABV, offering a lighter, more fruit-forward drinking experience.
The updated recipe also introduces a delicate pink tint, achieved through the addition of black carrot extract.
This gives the beer a distinctive appearance without turning it into a conventional sweet fruit beer.
Deliria Pink remains rooted in Belgian blonde ale brewing, combining expressive fermentation character with fruity aromas, gentle bitterness and a rounded mouthfeel.
The brewery describes a fresh aromatic profile featuring mango, guava and passion fruit, complemented by orange and stone fruit.
These flavours create an inviting tropical character that distinguishes the new release from earlier Deliria editions.
On the palate, the beer begins with lively fruit flavours before developing into a fuller, more structured profile.
A subtle hop character contributes balance, while the finish remains smooth and refreshing.
At 22 IBU, Deliria Pink offers relatively gentle bitterness, allowing the fruit and fermentation characteristics to remain prominent.
The 75cl bottle format also makes this a distinctive addition to a Belgian beer collection.
For customers familiar with Delirium Tremens, Deliria Pink offers an interesting contrast.
While Delirium Tremens is known for its strength, complex spice and warming Belgian golden ale character, Deliria Pink places greater emphasis on fresh tropical fruit, approachability and a softer finish.
Its annual brewing tradition and updated recipe make it particularly appealing to enthusiasts interested in seasonal Belgian releases.
Tasting Notes
Appearance: Pale blonde with a delicate pink tint from black carrot extract, giving the beer a distinctive and attractive presentation.
Aroma: Fresh mango, guava and passion fruit, accompanied by orange and stone fruit notes.
Taste: A lively, fruit-forward opening develops into a rounded, structured flavour with subtle spice, gentle bitterness and a refreshing finish.
Mouthfeel: Smooth and rounded, with lively carbonation and a fresh, lightly hoppy conclusion.
The tropical fruit aromas are among the most distinctive features of Deliria Pink.
Mango and guava contribute an impression of ripe fruit, while passion fruit adds a brighter, more aromatic dimension.
Orange and stone fruit provide additional complexity, creating a profile that feels fresh rather than excessively sweet.
The subtle pink tint is another defining characteristic.
Introduced through black carrot extract, it gives the beer a visual identity that complements the familiar pink elephant branding of the Delirium family.
Despite its fruit-forward aroma, Deliria Pink should not be confused with a conventional fruit beer.
Its flavour is built around Belgian blonde ale characteristics, with the fruit notes integrated into a balanced beer profile.
The gentle bitterness of 22 IBU helps provide structure without overwhelming the lighter flavours.
At 6.4% ABV, the beer also offers a different drinking experience from the stronger Delirium expressions.
Its combination of tropical fruit, subtle spice and a smooth finish makes it an interesting option for customers exploring contemporary Belgian beer.
About the Brewery
Huyghe Brewery is located in Melle, near Ghent in Belgium, and is internationally recognised for producing the Delirium range of Belgian beers.
The brewery's history reaches back to the seventeenth century, although the modern Huyghe family brewing business developed during the twentieth century.
Today, Huyghe is particularly associated with Delirium Tremens, one of Belgium's most recognisable strong golden ales.
The famous pink elephant branding has become an international symbol of the Delirium beer family.
Over time, the range has expanded to include several different beer styles and flavour profiles.
Delirium Tremens offers a classic strong Belgian golden ale experience.
Delirium Nocturnum explores darker malt flavours and the richness of Belgian strong dark ale.
Delirium Red introduces a cherry-led fruit beer character.
Delirium Argentum provides a different interpretation of Belgian beer through its amber IPA-inspired profile.
Deliria Pink is distinctive within this family because of its annual brewing tradition and connection with International Women's Day.
The Deliria initiative began in 2013, bringing together women from different backgrounds to participate in the brewing process.
The annual event celebrates brewing knowledge, collaboration and the role of women within the industry.
For 2026, the initiative reached its fourteenth edition.
The brewery also introduced a new Deliria recipe, responding to interest in a lighter and more fruit-forward beer.
The reformulated 6.4% expression introduces tropical aromas, a gentle pink tint and a smooth, refreshing finish.
The updated beer retains the collaborative identity of Deliria while offering a distinctive new flavour profile.
Huyghe's broader brewing philosophy combines traditional Belgian beer-making techniques with the development of new expressions.
The brewery has continued to expand the Delirium family while maintaining the recognisable character that has made the brand popular internationally.
For customers interested in discovering more beers from the producer, browse our Delirium collection.
Food Pairings
Deliria Pink's combination of tropical fruit, subtle spice and gentle bitterness makes it suitable for a variety of food pairings.
Its fresh character works particularly well with dishes that complement the fruit aromas without overwhelming the beer.
Grilled chicken is an excellent starting point.
Lightly seasoned chicken with lemon, herbs or a citrus-based marinade provides a balanced combination with the beer's orange and tropical fruit notes.
Roast chicken with fresh herbs is another suitable choice.
The beer's refreshing finish helps balance the savoury flavours while allowing its fruit character to remain noticeable.
Soft and semi-hard cheeses also offer interesting pairing opportunities.
Brie provides a creamy texture that contrasts with the beer's lively carbonation.
Young Gouda offers gentle sweetness and a rounded flavour.
Goat's cheese can provide a fresher, tangier contrast, particularly when served with fruit.
For seafood dishes, grilled white fish with lemon or fresh herbs provides a delicate pairing.
The beer's tropical fruit aromas complement the light flavours without requiring strong sauces or heavy seasoning.
Vegetarian dishes offer several excellent possibilities.
Roasted peppers, courgettes and sweet potatoes provide natural sweetness that complements the beer's fruit character.
A vegetable tart with goat's cheese can also work well.
Salads featuring orange, mango or stone fruit offer a particularly relevant flavour connection.
The beer's citrus and tropical aromas can complement these ingredients while its gentle bitterness provides balance.
For desserts, lighter fruit-based options are preferable to very rich chocolate dishes.
A peach tart, mango dessert or citrus cheesecake can complement the beer's aromatic character.
Fresh fruit served with a light cream or yoghurt accompaniment is another suitable choice.
Deliria Pink can also be enjoyed on its own as an introduction to contemporary Belgian blonde ales.
Serve it in a suitable Belgian beer glass to appreciate its delicate colour and expressive aroma.
Try More Like This
If you enjoy Deliria Pink 75cl 6.4%, the wider Delirium range offers several interesting Belgian beers to explore.
Delirium Tremens Belgian Strong Golden Ale 33cl 8.5% is the brewery's best-known expression.
It offers a stronger, more traditional Belgian golden ale character, with expressive fermentation notes, spice and a warming finish.
For customers who enjoy darker Belgian beers, Delirium Nocturnum Belgian Strong Dark Ale 33cl 8.5% provides a contrasting experience.
Its darker malt profile introduces richer flavours and a different balance of sweetness and spice.
Delirium Red offers another approach to fruit-led Belgian beer, with a distinctive cherry character.
Although Deliria Pink has prominent tropical fruit aromas, its Belgian blonde ale profile is different from the more overtly fruit-focused character of Delirium Red.
For those interested in exploring several expressions from the brewery, the Delirium Discovery 4 Beer and Glass Gift Pack offers an introduction to the range.
Customers who enjoy the traditional Belgian brewing character of Deliria Pink may also appreciate exploring our Belgian and Trappist beer collection.
This category brings together a variety of Belgian brewing styles, from approachable blonde ales to stronger, more complex expressions.
Deliria Pink stands out through its combination of tropical fruit aromas, delicate pink colour, annual brewing tradition and connection with International Women's Day.
For enthusiasts of Belgian beer, it offers an opportunity to explore a distinctive new interpretation of an established Delirium release.
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