Tommie Sjef Vier

Name: Tommie Sjef Vier
Brand: Beer
SKU: 65e5eddf1603dade32800f84
Rating: 4.24 (522 reviews)

Other Styles 5.5 º 20 IBU

Tommie Sjef

This blended Brett Beer showcases the artistry of maturation, marrying four distinct barrels aged up to three years. The sensory experience is defined by a sophisticated interplay between rustic barnyard funk and bright, stone fruit esters. Deep, woody tannins from the extended barrel contact provide a structured backbone, while a delicate, bright acidity lifts the profile, ensuring a refreshing finish. Earthy notes of wet hay and leather weave through a dry, vinous character, reminiscent of a natural cider or bone-dry white wine. It is a layered, highly attenuated ale where the complexity of time is balanced by a crisp, lively carbonation and an elegant, lingering depth.

Appearance. Deep gold to soft amber (7–12 SRM). Pours with a moderate white head that recedes to a fine collar with light lacing; features a slight, characteristic haze from extended aging and yeast activity.

Aroma. High intensity. A complex bouquet of funky Brettanomyces, featuring prominent leather, horse blanket, and wet hay, melded with aged oak and subtle stone fruit like apricot. A faint, sharp acidic note provides a bright counterpoint to the earthy, cellar-like depth.

Taste. Initial impression of rustic funk and sun-dried hay leads into a tart, citrusy acidity. Malt character is minimal, offering a light cracker-like foundation for bold barrel-derived tannins and spicy phenols. Very dry and crisp finish with a lingering earthy, vinous aftertaste. Bitterness is very low, suppressed by the mild acidity and high attenuation.

Mouthfeel. Medium-light body with high, prickly carbonation. Very low alcohol warmth. A subtle, pleasant astringency from oak tannins contributes to a structured, wine-like mouthfeel without being harsh.

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