Old Krieken Lambic

Oude Kriekenlambik — Spontaneous Fermentation Kriek — 3 Fonteinen

Oude Kriekenlambik is the Kriek from 3 Fonteinen produced using traditional methods that combine cherries in maceration with a blend of spontaneously fermented Lambic. An extraordinary blending project: 3 Fonteinen assembled a base blend with one-third three-year-old and two-thirds two-year-old Lambic, selecting Lambic from twelve different barrels — each with its own unique aromatic profile — to enhance the organoleptic complexity. The ratio of fruit to beer is 340 grams of cherries per liter.

The 12-barrel blending: why it matters

Selecting Lambic from twelve different barrels means assembling twelve distinct aromatic profiles — each with its own fermentation history, microorganisms, and evolution. The result is a complexity that no single barrel could achieve: every sip reveals something new.

Technical sheet

• Style: Oude Kriek (spontaneous fermentation Kriek)
• Fruit: Cherries — 340 g/l
• Composition: 1/3 three-year-old Lambic + 2/3 two-year-old Lambic
• Barrels: Blend from 12 different barrels
• Fermentation: Spontaneous
• Serving temperature: 10–12°C
• Recommended glass: Flute or wine glass
• Producer: 3 Fonteinen — Pajottenland, Belgium

Sensory profile

The cherries at 340 g/l bring an intense and authentic fruity profile, with their characteristic acidity blending with the wild structure of the Lambic. The 12-barrel blend adds layers of complexity — funky, earthy, woody, fruity — intertwining into an extraordinarily rich aromatic profile. The finish is long, acidic, with a lingering memory of cherry and cellar.

Why choose Oude Kriekenlambik

• 340 g/l of cherries — a generous amount that guarantees an authentic and intense fruity profile
• 12-barrel blend — maximum organoleptic complexity: twelve different aromatic profiles in a single bottle
• 3 Fonteinen — one of the most respected Lambic producers in the world, with absolute precision in blending
• 2- and 3-year-old Lambic — the maturity of the Lambic ensures depth and complexity that young Lambics cannot offer

Recommended pairings

Aged blue cheeses, foie gras, red fruit desserts, dark chocolate, cherry tart. Perfect as a tasting or collector’s beer.

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