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Did you know that Stella Artois, a renowned brand of Belgian beer, dates back to the 14th century?
Born in 1366 in the city of Leuven, Belgium, Stella Artois has a brewing legacy stretching over six centuries. The name Stella Artois itself, however, didn’t come about till much later. It was first brewed as a Christmas special in 1708 and christened “Stella” – the Latin term for ‘Star’. The last name ‘Artois’ traces its origin to the brewery’s master, Sebastian Artois, who bought the Den Hoorn brewery in 1717 and renamed it as 'Artois'. What began as a seasonal holiday treat soon gained popularity, prompting the brewery to be produced year-round. Despite worldwide upheavals and numerous owners, the brand has managed to retain its original recipe. Yet, its strong malt flavor, gentle hops, and pleasant bitterness continue to make it a favorite, in some 80 countries globally. Stella Artois, thus, carries an illustrious history, brewed originally in the Middle Ages, and still savored today.

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