So what is Kriek? Well there are a number af ancient styles of beer still brewed in Belgium. For example some Belgian breweries produce beer that is refreshing but sour. Such beer would offend some so there is an equally ancient tradition of adding cherries to the brewing process, so alleviating the sourness with the sweetness of the cherries. These cherry 'kriekenbiers' beers are now widely popular. And they predate alcopops by several centuries!

And in the cold winter months there is also a tradition, in some beer houses in Belgium, to add Hot Kriek to their menusSo to indulge in a mug a hot cherry beer at home on a cold winter evening, here's what to do.

Pour a bottle of Bios Kriek into a mug. The mug needs to be able to comfortably hold at least a half pint/275ml of liquid.

Add 2-3 Cloves to the mug of beer

Microwave for 75 seconds at 600 Watts. Reduce or increase time according to power of your Microwave. The beer should be hot but must not boil

Serve hot