About

Meander is the flagship of Nevel Wild Ales in Nijmegen: a wild-fermented blonde ale aged for 16 months in oak barrels. Named Best Beer of the Netherlands in 2021, this distinctive beer announces itself through refined complexity and balance. The palate is wine-like and elegant, with rhubarb delivering a gentle, zesty edge that weaves through blackcurrant leaf and red fruit notes. Mineral and dry, the beer unfolds with remarkable depth. Fermentation was guided by a house culture selected specifically for Meander, contributing to its intricate character. Nevel brews exclusively wild ales using local ingredients—heritage grains, fruit, herbs and botanicals sourced from the region. Meander embodies this commitment, demonstrating how artisanal brewing and local sustainability can create something genuinely distinctive.