{"product_id":"3-fonteinen-oude-kriekenlambik","title":"Old Krieken Lambic","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOude Kriekenlambik — Spontaneous Fermentation Kriek — 3 Fonteinen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOude Kriekenlambik\u003c\/strong\u003e is the \u003cstrong\u003eKriek\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003e3 Fonteinen\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 \u003cstrong\u003eone-third three-year-old\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003etwo-thirds two-year-old Lambic\u003c\/strong\u003e, selecting Lambic from \u003cstrong\u003etwelve different barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e — each with its own unique aromatic profile — to enhance the organoleptic complexity. The ratio of fruit to beer is \u003cstrong\u003e340 grams of cherries per liter\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe 12-barrel blending: why it matters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSelecting 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oude Kriek (spontaneous fermentation Kriek)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cherries — 340 g\/l\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComposition:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/3 three-year-old Lambic + 2\/3 two-year-old Lambic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBarrels:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend from 12 different barrels\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spontaneous\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServing temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12°C\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended glass:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flute or wine glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 Fonteinen — Pajottenland, Belgium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSensory profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy choose Oude Kriekenlambik\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e340 g\/l of cherries\u003c\/strong\u003e — a generous amount that guarantees an authentic and intense fruity profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12-barrel blend\u003c\/strong\u003e — maximum organoleptic complexity: twelve different aromatic profiles in a single bottle\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 Fonteinen\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most respected Lambic producers in the world, with absolute precision in blending\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2- and 3-year-old Lambic\u003c\/strong\u003e — the maturity of the Lambic ensures depth and complexity that young Lambics cannot offer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAged blue cheeses, foie gras, red fruit desserts, dark chocolate, cherry tart. Perfect as a tasting or collector’s beer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuy Oude Kriekenlambik online at Maltese.beer\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast shipping within 24-48h across Italy. 12 barrels, 340 g\/l cherries, 3 Fonteinen: the Kriek of absolute complexity. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/3-fonteinen\"\u003eDiscover all 3 Fonteinen beers →\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"3 Fonteinen","offers":[{"title":"Bottiglia 75 cl","offer_id":43729633607855,"sku":"AB5861","price":26.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0645\/0757\/6495\/files\/3_fonteinen_oude_kriekenlambik.webp?v=1770983554","url":"https:\/\/maltese.beer\/en\/products\/3-fonteinen-oude-kriekenlambik","provider":"Maltese","version":"1.0","type":"link"}