NetherlandsThe Trappist monks of Abbey Koningshoeven in Berkel-Enschot, known for their La Trappe beer brand, have launched a new product: Trappist soda water. The drink is based on a 75-year-old recipe discovered by chance in the attic during preparations for the abbey's 140th anniversary celebration. Original bottles of the soda, named Ariston, were found, dating back to World War II and shortly after. During the war, the monks could not brew beer due to German restrictions, and after the war, there were insufficient raw materials. To maintain income, they switched to producing soda. The original soda,
Bias read (Center): The article reports on a cultural initiative by religious monks launching a new beverage product. It provides background on the historical reasons for the switch from beer to soda during and after World War II, and explains the modern adaptation of the recipe with less sugar to align with health and
