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New Belgium La Folie

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🌍 United States · Flanders Red Ale · One of 5 Flanders Red Ales in hopIQ

Aged in oak barrels for 1–3 years. America's benchmark Flanders Red — tart, vinous and complex with cherry, plum and balsamic vinegar. 'La Folie' means 'the folly' — it was considered madness to make in Colorado when New Belgium launched it in 1997. Now a craft classic.

ABV
7%
IBU
18
SRM
deep amber20

Flavor Profile

How this beer tastes, mapped across 20+ dimensions

sour
100%
dark fruit
87%
tart
75%
cherry
70%
vinous
63%
dry
55%
oak
50%
citrus
50%
earthy
45%
complex
45%
smooth
38%
medium-bodied
35%

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About Flanders Red Ale

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What is a Flanders Red Ale?

Flanders Red Ale is a distinctive beer style with its own characteristic flavour, aroma and colour. Discover what makes it unique and find similar beers on hopIQ.

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Serve & Enjoy

How to get the most out of New Belgium La Folie

Serve at 4–7°C
Refrigerate, then rest 2 min

Serve at 4–7°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass
Recommended for this style

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

Store in a cool, dark place. Check the best-before date on the label for guidance.

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