Rodenbach Classic
Brouwerij Rodenbach
Story by:
Steve Alvarez
Flanders Red Ale
Year-Round
Belgium
Judges Ratings 82
Aroma: 18 / 24
Flavor: 32 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 16 / 20
Description
RODENBACH is the unique “Flanders Red-Brown Beer”, recognised as a traditional local product. Mixed main fermentation and maturation in oak casks (“foeders”) give it the same sweet-sour flavour and complex fruitiness as wine.
Beverage Profile
ABV: 5.20%
IBUs:
Served at: ()
Hops:
Malts:
Judges Review
By Garrick van Buren
Judges Ratings 82
Aroma: 18 / 24 / 24
Flavor: 32 / 40 / 40
Appearance: 6 / 6 / 6
Mouthfeel: 10 / 10 / 10
Overall Impression: 16 / 20 / 20
The aroma from this clear, brown beer with a dense tan head is a complex mix of black cherries, oranges, malt vinegar, and hints of wood. The flavor is an evenly balanced delicate blend of sweet malt, black cherries, orange, and a light acetic sourness. The 5% ABV, medium body, light carbonation, and sweet finish make this a very easy-drinking and versatile sour beer. It can easily replace a glass of red wine at dinner, especially a red wine blend. It’s also quite comfortable next to a burger and fries where the acidity would accentuate the tomatoes and ketchup.
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