Lambic Discussion Thread

[SeaWatchman]

Great blend.

It's seriously awesome. I've not had the 2009, just the 2011 and 2013, but I expect them all in from Canada this spring so I will certainly be stocking up.

 

[Etan]

It's seriously awesome. I've not had the 2009, just the 2011 and 2013, but I expect them all in from Canada this spring so I will certainly be stocking up.

I haven't had 2013 yet (ordering one soon), but 2009 and 2011 have both been delicious for me as well. Just a great "all-around" geuze. Looking to actually participate in the Toer de Geuze one of these years.

 

[SeaWatchman]

I haven't had 2013 yet (ordering one soon), but 2009 and 2011 have both been delicious for me as well. Just a great "all-around" geuze. Looking to actually participate in the Toer de Geuze one of these years.

I did TdG last year and it was an amazing time. If you end up going in 2015 let me know and I'll let you know some of the stuff our group planned out. Check with me before ordering the 2013.... (serious, I can probably help)

 

[Etan]

I did TdG last year and it was an amazing time. If you end up going in 2015 let me know and I'll let you know some of the stuff our group planned out. Check with me before ordering the 2013.... (serious, I can probably help)

Awesome. Will do!

 

[Rowingbrewer1]

I've read the whole thread, but don't recall any mention of lambickx either ther lambic or Kriek, I've had the lambic and enjoyed it, but have yet to try the Kriek. What are your thoughts on them?

 

[Der Fuchs]

I've read the whole thread, but don't recall any mention of lambickx either ther lambic or Kriek, I've had the lambic and enjoyed it, but have yet to try the Kriek. What are your thoughts on them?

the kriek is good, but the others can be really hit or miss. one of them (i think the 09-10) tastes like straight-up pennies.

 

[Rowingbrewer1]

the kriek is good, but the others can be really hit or miss. one of them (i think the 09-10) tastes like straight-up pennies.

I have not seen the 09-10 but have seen 09-11, 08-11 and 11-13

 

[Der Fuchs]

I have not seen the 09-10 but have seen 09-11, 08-11 and 11-13

it must have been 09-11. not sure though, it was a few years back.

 

[Rowingbrewer1]

I opened several 09-11 and thought both were really good, as usual there is likely a great deal of bottle variation

 

[stupac2]

I have never seen Lambicx on a shelf, I've only had it because it was on draft, once. I don't really get why that beer is never out here, V&D sends us loads of everything else and runs events at places. It's strange.

 

[Der Fuchs]

I have never seen Lambicx on a shelf, I've only had it because it was on draft, once. I don't really get why that beer is never out here, V&D sends us loads of everything else and runs events at places. It's strange.

Weird, I know we have at least 4 variations that have been sitting on shelves for months around here.

 

[Rowingbrewer1]

I have never seen Lambicx on a shelf, I've only had it because it was on draft, once. I don't really get why that beer is never out here, V&D sends us loads of everything else and runs events at places. It's strange.

Did you like the draft sample? did they carb the keg?

 

[stupac2]

Did you like the draft sample? did they carb the keg?

It was okay, and I think so.

 

[Rowingbrewer1]

right now i could at least find the kriek and the most recent lambic on the shelf, if i looked hard i could probably find an older batch as well

 

[Etan]

right now i could at least find the kriek and the most recent lambic on the shelf, if i looked hard i could probably find an older batch as well

Kriek is pricey but worth a one time buy.

 

[Rowingbrewer1]

Kriek is pricey but worth a one time buy.

Thoughts on the lambic

 

[yeahnatenelson]

Kriek is pricey but worth a one time buy.

Agreed. It reminded me of Boon MP Kriek in flavor, but with bracing acidity.

 

[Etan]

Thoughts on the lambic

I liked the 2011 bottle I tried 2 years ago:

A: Pours a gold-yellow with a small white head.

S: Soft earthy tartness and hay funk. A bit of sweet wheat and lots of oak as well.

T: Light citrus and slightly sweet malted grain followed by a big wave of raw oaky lactic tartness. A bit of a bitter edge on it. Finishes dry with more oak, berry and tart plum skin, and lactic notes.

M: Light carbonation, medium-bodied. A little too thick for style.

O: I really liked this blend. Not the most complex, with a lot of heavy oak, but it's definitely good for a single-vintage blend. Solid.

 

[SeaWatchman]

Seriously.... Girardin Black easily top 3 and often as good or better than 3F.

Discuss.

Yeah I cross post, big whoop, wanna fight about it?

 

[Etan]

Seriously.... Girardin Black easily top 3 and often as good or better than 3F.

Discuss.

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAA

- backfat

 

[Snarf1]

Seriously.... Girardin Black easily top 3 and often as good or better than 3F.

Discuss.

Yeah I cross post, big whoop, wanna fight about it?

I'm a big fan, but what do I know, Marriage Parfait might be my fav.

 

[backfat]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAA

- backfat

actually, I agree with him

 

[SeaWatchman]

actually, I agree with him

Etan :

 

[Rowingbrewer1]

I too like the girardin a lot and wish it hasn't disappeared from the US shelves. I would drink it more often. It needs to be brought back. Who handled its importing?

 

[callmemickey]

I too like the girardin a lot and wish it hasn't disappeared from the US shelves. I would drink it more often. It needs to be brought back. Who handled its importing?

D&V is the importer. I think they still import it -- just in fewer shipments. I just picked up a fresh case this morning.

 

[Rowingbrewer1]

D&V is the importer. I think they still import it -- just in fewer shipments. I just picked up a fresh case this morning.

well I think they are saying F You to New england. I have not seen any on the shelves in like 2 years

 

[SeaWatchman]

D&V is the importer. I think they still import it -- just in fewer shipments. I just picked up a fresh case this morning.

Uhhhhh ISO

 

[tehzachatak]

Marriage Parfait might be my fav.

Mariage Parfait is my least favorite geuze and it's not close. Would happily drink Cuvee Renee or St. Louis gueuze over it. Something about the flavors make my mouth say "wtf, this tastes like *******".

 

[Dunt1]

Seriously.... Girardin Black easily top 3 and often as good or better than 3F.

Discuss.

Yeah I cross post, big whoop, wanna fight about it?

Probably right behind 3F for me, ahead of Cantillon, Hanssens, Tilquin, etc.

 

[Snarf1]

Mariage Parfait is my least favorite geuze and it's not close. Would happily drink Cuvee Renee or St. Louis gueuze over it. Something about the flavors make my mouth say "wtf, this tastes like *******".

Thankfully, I've never tasted dog ****. If if it tastes like marriage parfait, I might end up with a very disturbing habit.