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Bersalis Kadet Oak Aged

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Brett character and a fresh sourness in a light, bitter beer. After its main fermentation, Bersalis Kadet keeps ageing in wooden barrels that once held Oud Beersel's lambic; Pediococcus and Brettanomyces, present in the barrels and the air, trigger a second fermentation, and after 12 months of ripening a third one follows in the bottle. 5.5 % ABV.

ABV
5.5%
Bitterness
Mild
Clean, dry bitterness
SRM
golden5
PaceA Few
Where this beer sits
Body
lightfull-bodied
Sweetness
drysweet
Bitterness
mildbitter
Texture
crispcreamy
Balance
malt-forwardhop-forward
What makes this beer itself
sourfunkyoak
sour
funky
oak
yeasty
tart
Aroma
The nose leads with pronounced Brett character — earthy, musty undertones mingled with green apple and stone fruit notes.
not found:hoppy,caramel,fruity,smoky

Tasting Notes

AI-generated sensory profile for Bersalis Kadet Oak Aged

◎ Appearance

Bersalis Kadet presents a pale straw yellow hue with excellent clarity and a fine, persistent white head. The carbonation is lively and visible, creating delicate streams that maintain a thin layer of lacing around the glass throughout the tasting.

pale straw yellowbright and clearfine carbonation

◌ Aroma

The nose leads with pronounced Brett character — earthy, musty undertones mingled with green apple and stone fruit notes. Underlying this is a gentle oak influence and a subtle woody spice, complemented by hints of yeast fermentation and a crisp acidity that lifts the bouquet.

Brett funkinessgreen apple, stone fruitearthy oak wood

◐ Taste

Entry is refreshingly tart and crisp, with a bright sourness that dominates the palate without aggression. Mid-palate reveals funky Brett complexity — dry, slightly musty notes — alongside subtle wood tannins and a restrained bitterness that balances the acidity. The finish is clean and dry, leaving a refreshing sensation.

bright sournessfunky Brettdry oak tanninscrisp and refreshing

◑ Finish

The finish is medium-length and crisp, with lingering acidity and funky Brett notes that fade gradually. A faint woody dryness persists on the palate, maintaining the beer's refreshing character.

Brett lingeringcrisp dry finish
82
hopIQ score
Aroma
84
Taste
85
Appearance
88
Finish
78
Serve at 6–9°C

Serve at 6–9°C for the best flavour balance and aroma expression.

Pint glass

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

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