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The Crab & The Monkey

De Kromme Haring
Netherlands·Ale
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The Crab & The Monkey is a bière de coupage, a blend of two beers: one matured for a year in oak barrels with the house yeast cultures, the other a freshly brewed saison. The barrel ageing brings funky, sour complexity, while the younger beer lends freshness and drinkability. At 7 % ABV, it works as an aperitif or alongside a wide range of fine foods.

ABV
7%
Bitterness
Noticeably bitter
PaceTwo or Three
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
funkysouroak
funky
sour
oak
yeasty
Aroma
The nose opens with funky, Brett-driven complexity from the oak-aged component—earthy, slightly musty notes mingle with subtle stone fruit.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for The Crab & The Monkey

◎ Appearance

The beer presents a clear, pale golden hue with bright transparency. A fine, delicate head forms and gradually settles, leaving modest lacing along the glass. The carbonation is moderate and steady, appropriate to the ale's refined character.

pale goldenclearfine headmoderate carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose opens with funky, Brett-driven complexity from the oak-aged component—earthy, slightly musty notes mingle with subtle stone fruit. Beneath lies a gentle saison spiciness and fresh grain character from the younger beer, while oak contributes a gentle wood and vanilla backdrop. The overall effect is layered and inviting, neither aggressive nor one-dimensional.

funky, earthyoak, subtle vanillasaison spiceyeasty complexity

◐ Taste

The palate opens crisp and refreshing, with moderate acidity balancing the 7% ABV seamlessly. Funky, slightly sour notes develop mid-palate, supported by a smooth, dry structure with gentle oak influence and yeasty character. The 30 IBU provides restraint; bitterness remains in the background, never harsh, allowing the blend's tangy, complex layers to shine.

funky, sourcrisp aciditysmooth-drinkingsubtle bitterness

◑ Finish

The finish is dry and lingering, with funky, slightly vinous notes persisting pleasantly on the palate. A gentle astringency and refreshing quality leave the mouth clean and ready for the next sip or a pairing.

dry, lingeringfunky aftertaste
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
85
Taste
84
Appearance
78
Finish
80
Serve at 6–8°C

Cold enough to sharpen the hop aroma without numbing the palate. Around 7–9°C keeps the citrus and pine vivid without losing bitterness definition.

Pint glass

The classic — versatile, comfortable to hold and keeps the beer cool. No frills, no distractions: just the beer.

Drink fresh — hop aroma fades fast. Best within 3 months of canning or bottling.

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Food Pairing

What to eat with The Crab & The Monkey

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About Ale

Style guide · what to expect · how to find alternatives

What is a Ale?

India Pale Ales are hop-forward ales with ABV typically 5.5–7.5% and IBU 40–70+. Bold citrus, pine or tropical aromas alongside firm bitterness and a clean dry finish.

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