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Jan Toye, Managing Director: "The name PALM Breweries no longer reflects our vision and mission. As family brewers we want to brew – in our four historic brewery sites that each specialise in one of the four traditional fermentation processes – authentic beers with a unique taste experience, thereby capitalising on the new trend of consumers wanting to discover and experience the innovative passion of craft brewers. Our craftsmanship and the relationship between brewer and consumer were insufficiently reflected in our name. The name "PALM Belgian Craft Brewers" gives extra emphasises to the elements we stand for.”

The brewery is launching CORNET, Strong Belgian Blond - Oaked

The beer is named after Theodoor Cornet who, according to the census of 1686, was innkeeper, brewer and distiller of the "DE HOORN" inn in Steenhuffel. He was also a steward of the Count of Maldeghem-Steenhuffele, lord of Diepensteyn. At the count's request, Theodoor brewed a stock beer. This exclusive beer was kept in oak barrels in the cellars of Diepensteyn Castle. This inspired the brewers and the wood master. After thoroughly researching and acquiring knowledge in the use of oak in brewing beer, our brewers created CORNET, a heavy (8.5° Alc), fairly dry, blond ale that has a subtle, willful and sophisticated wood flavour with a note of vanilla and a "velvety" mouth feel that rivals that of an oak-matured wine. This unique beer is served in a tall glass chalice which bears the Count's battle mask in the foot. 

PALM to re-install the DE HOORN 

Respect for the authentic craft of brewery is a high priority at PALM Belgian Craft Brewers. The re-installation of the small DE HOORN village brewery will allow the brewers to make brews of 10 hectolitres (1,000 litres). These smaller, more artisanal brews will allow the brewers to express their creativity and develop “limited Prestige editions” more quickly.