La Roja Du Kriek

◎ Appearance

Deep ruby-red with auburn highlights, revealing the beer's time in oak and barrel aging. The body shows good clarity with a light tan head that settles to a thin collar. Modest carbonation produces gentle bubbles that rise deliberately through the glass.

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with tart cherry and dark stone fruit, backed by woody oak notes from extended barrel maturation. Subtle earthy and funky undertones emerge, suggesting the complex microbial activity typical of Flanders fermentation. A mild vinous character adds depth without sharpness.

◐ Taste

Entry is tart and fruity, with cherry and plum flavors dominating the palate alongside soft oak tannins. The mid-palate sustains a balanced sourness without harshness, supported by a smooth malt backbone that keeps the beer round. Low bitterness (15 IBU) allows fruit and acidity to shine; the dryness builds toward the swallow.

◑ Finish

The aftertaste lingers with a pleasant tartness and lingering cherry, fading into dry oak. No harsh edges; the finish remains clean and evolves gracefully over several seconds.