Chapeau Kriek

Name: Chapeau Kriek
Brand: Beer
SKU: 527f4e5ed187e401090058c6
Rating: 3.28 (2861 reviews)

Fruit Beer 3.5 º

Brouwerij de Troch

Brouwerij de Troch’s Chapeau Kriek offers a luscious, approachable entry into spontaneous fermentation. This sweetened Fruit Lambic radiates a deep garnet hue with an aroma dominated by ripe Northern cherries and a distinct marzipan-like nuance from macerated cherry pits. The traditional funk of the Pajottenland—hints of barnyard and earthy soil—is softened by a deliberate sugar addition, creating a rich, candy-like fruit profile. Secondary notes of oak from its year-long barrel aging provide structural depth, while the lively carbonation lifts the jammy sweetness. It is a vibrant, accessible expression of the style, balancing tart fruit acids with a lingering, syrupy finish.

Appearance. Deep ruby to garnet red; frothy, light-pink head with moderate retention; generally clear, though a slight fruit haze may be present.

Aroma. High intensity of sweet and tart cherries; notable marzipan and almond character from the cherry pits; low funk including horse blanket and hay; subtle oak and a clean, sugary sweetness.

Taste. Initial impression is quite sweet and jammy, featuring intense cherry fruit and cherry syrup. A mild lactic acidity provides balance but is secondary to the sugar. Notable cherry pit and almond flavors with a touch of oak tannin. Very low hop bitterness. The finish is sweet and lingering rather than dry.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body, though the residual sugar provides a more syrupy texture than traditional examples; moderate to high carbonation; no alcohol warmth; low astringency.

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